Long-term Double-J stenting is superior to short-term Single-J stenting in kidney transplantation.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

Urological complications after kidney transplantation, due to the ureteroneocystostomy, are associated with significant morbidity, prolonged hospital stay and even mortality. Ureteral stents can minimize the number of complications but are not consistently used, as previous studies were retrospective in nature. We aim to prospectively determine the most effective stenting approach.

Methods

We performed a non-blinded single-centre randomised controlled trial in an academic hospital. Kidney transplant recipients were randomised to either a Single-J stent or a Double-J stent, removed according to respective protocols. Primary outcome was PCN placement within six months. Secondary outcomes encompassed urinary tract infections, cost-effectiveness, and ho

SUBMITTER: Oudmaijer CAJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11781732 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature