Migration of double J stent into the inferior vena cava and the right atrium

Indian J Urol. 2013 Oct;29(4):353-4. doi: 10.4103/0970-1591.120125.

Abstract

Migration of a ureteric double J stent down into the bladder or up into the kidney is a well known complication. We recently encountered a case where the stent migrated into the vascular system following attempted ureteroscopy for a lower ureteric calculus. The patient required open surgical exploration for stent retrieval.

Keywords: Double “J” stent; migration; ureteroscopy complications.

Publication types

  • Case Reports