New technique of ureteral stent placement for impacted ureteral calculus: the glidewire loop technique

Urology. 1997 Apr;49(4):614-7. doi: 10.1016/s0090-4295(96)00562-6.

Abstract

Impacted ureteral stones pose a challenge during retrograde ureteral stenting. Multiple attempts to bypass the obstruction with conventional guide wires often fail and may result in perforation of the ureter. We describe a new, simple approach to overcome this common problem by utilizing a retrograde glidewire loop technique. The technique described allows safe and successful bypassing and stenting of ureteral obstruction.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Stents*
  • Ureteral Calculi / surgery*
  • Urology / methods