Ureteral strictures revisited…trying to see the light at the end of the tunnel: a comprehensive review

J Endourol. 2015 Feb;29(2):124-36. doi: 10.1089/end.2014.0522. Epub 2014 Oct 23.

Abstract

A ureteral stricture is a rather rare urological event defined as a narrowing of the ureter causing a functional obstruction and renal failure, if left untreated. The aim of this review article is to summarize and discuss current knowledge on the incidence, pathogenesis, management, and follow up of proximal, mid, and distal ureteral strictures.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Constriction, Pathologic / epidemiology
  • Constriction, Pathologic / etiology
  • Constriction, Pathologic / surgery*
  • Dilatation
  • Humans
  • Incidence
  • Stents
  • Ureteral Obstruction / epidemiology
  • Ureteral Obstruction / etiology
  • Ureteral Obstruction / surgery*
  • Ureteroscopy
  • Ureterostomy