Robot-assisted laparoscopic ileal ureter replacement with extracorporeal ileal segment preparation for long ureteral strictures: a case series.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Complete intracorporal robotic ileal ureteric replacement is challenging. We aimed to present the surgical technique of robotic ileal ureter replacement with extracorporeal ileal segment preparation for long ureteral strictures.

Methods

From March 2019 to March 2021, 18 patients underwent robotic ileal ureter replacement with extracorporeal ileal segment preparation by one experienced surgeon. The demographic, perioperative, and follow-up data were recorded. Success was defined as the resolution of the presenting symptom, a stable estimated glomerular filtration rate and unobstructive drainage on imaging examination.

Results

All 18 surgeries were successfully completed without conversion. The median length of the intestinal tube used was 20 (12-30) cm. The

SUBMITTER: Fan S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9773509 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature