Rectourethral fistula stenting: a technique for better fistula visualization and efficient repair.
In this study, the authors present a technical tip for better and easier visualization of rectourethral fistula both during dissection and fistula closure. In this technique, a small-caliber ureteral catheter is used for catheterization of the fistulous tract under direct urethroscopic guidance. Five cases were treated using this technique. All cases had either brachytherapy as a monotherapy or combined brachytherapy and external beam radiotherapy. All cases had the fistula completely healed except for one failed case that had a 2-cm fistula.
Mahdy
Ayman
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Department of Urology, Section Female Urology and Voiding Dysfunction, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, Florida 33331, USA.
Weiss
Eric
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Ghoniem
Gamal M
GM
D016154:Digestive System Fistula / Q000601:surgery*; D005402:Fistula / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D015607:Stents; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014546:Urinary Catheterization / Q000379:methods*; D014548:Urinary Fistula / Q000601:surgery*