Retrocaval ureter: a narrative review.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

Retrocaval ureter is a rare congenital anomaly resulting from the abnormal development of the inferior vena cava (IVC), where the ureter passes posteriorly and loops around the IVC. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the etiology, classification, clinical presentation, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies for retrocaval ureter.

Methods

We performed a narrative, non-systematic literature review using PubMed, Google Scholar, Embase, and Web of Science for articles related to retrocaval ureter to perform a narrative review of the current literature on retrocaval ureter, including clinical case series, reviews, and surgical outcome studies. Emphasis was placed on diagnostic imaging, surgical techniques, and outcomes.

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SUBMITTER: Perez-Bertolez S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12433159 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature