Journal article
Laparoscopic ureteropyeloanastomosis in the treatment of duplex system
Abstract
PURPOSE: Duplex system is one of the most common anomalies of upper urinary tract. Anatomical and clinical presentation determine its treatment. Usually, the upper moiety has a poor function and requires resection, but when it is not significantly impaired, preservation is recommended. Laparoscopic reconstruction with upper pole preservation is presented as an alternative treatment.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: Four female patients with duplex …
Authors
Hisano M; Denes FT; Brito AH; Lucon M; Machado MG; Bruschini H; Srougi M
Journal
International braz j urol, Vol. 38, No. 2, pp. 235–241
Publisher
FapUNIFESP (SciELO)
Publication Date
April 2012
DOI
10.1590/s1677-55382012000200012
ISSN
1677-5538