Stone formation as a complication of indwelling ureteral stents: a report of 5 cases

J Urol. 1985 Aug;134(2):349-51. doi: 10.1016/s0022-5347(17)47163-1.

Abstract

The silicone ureteral catheter has proved to be an invaluable addition to the armamentarium of the urological surgeon and, infrequently, it is associated with complications. We report 5 cases of stone formation associated with indwelling silicone ureteral catheters.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Catheters, Indwelling / adverse effects*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Radiography
  • Silicones / adverse effects*
  • Ureteral Calculi / diagnostic imaging
  • Ureteral Calculi / etiology*
  • Urinary Catheterization / adverse effects*
  • Urinary Catheterization / instrumentation

Substances

  • Silicones