Use of holmium laser for removal of an intraluminal ureteric suture.
Foreign bodies placed into the ureter are uncommon. Unintentionally placed sutures may cause obstruction and stone formation. If not recognized, the patient may become symptomatic. A diagnosis of a suture in the ureter is best made and subsequently dealt with endoscopically. We report on laser ablation of the suture as a safe technique for its removal.
Department of Surgery, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia. nayjay@ozemail.com.au
Nathan
N
Lawrentschuk
John
J
Rogerson
Damien M
DM
Bolton
D005260:Female; D005547:Foreign Bodies / Q000601:surgery*; D006695:Holmium; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D008875:Middle Aged; D013537:Sutures; D014513:Ureter
D006695:Holmium