Laparoscopic management of large ureteral fibroepithelial polyp

Urology. 2007 Aug;70(2):373.e4-7. doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2007.05.011.

Abstract

Fibroepithelial polyps of the ureter are rare benign mesothelial tumors. Most polyps are small; however, very rare large polyps have also been reported. Currently, most investigators encourage endoscopic management in these patients. Nevertheless, endoscopic resection can be difficult in patients with a long or large polypoid lesion. We describe our experience and laparoscopic technique for treatment of a symptomatic 42-year-old woman who presented with a 17-cm-long fibroepithelial polyp in the proximal ureter associated with ureteral obstruction. To our knowledge, this is the first reported case of laparoscopic management of a large ureteral fibroepithelial polyp.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy*
  • Polyps / pathology
  • Polyps / surgery*
  • Ureteral Diseases / pathology
  • Ureteral Diseases / surgery*
  • Urologic Surgical Procedures / methods