[Multiple non-responding ESWL lithiasis in ectopic pelvic kidney: laparotomic surgical management]

Urologia. 2010 Jan-Mar;77(1):63-5.
[Article in Italian]

Abstract

A 34 year-old male with multiple lithiasis of ectopic pelvic left kidney, which for 5 years had been causing pain in the left iliac region irradiating to ipsilateral inguinal region and testis. 4 ESWL treatments were unsuccessful. The diagnostic imaging (Angio-CT + Uro-CT) showed ectopic pelvic left kidney with abnormal vascularisation, characterised by multiple lithiasis extending in total area of 4x2 cm with shorter ureter. Right kidney was in normal position. A left pyelocalicolithotomy after DJ stent positioning was performed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Kidney / abnormalities*
  • Kidney Calculi / complications*
  • Kidney Calculi / surgery
  • Kidney Calculi / therapy*
  • Laparotomy*
  • Lithotripsy*
  • Male
  • Treatment Failure