Transrenal ureteral occlusion with a detachable balloon
Günther, R.; Klose, K.; Alken, P.
Radiology 142(2): 521-523
1982
ISSN/ISBN: 0033-8419 PMID: 7054847 DOI: 10.1148/radiology.142.2.7054847
Accession: 044843541
Transrenal ureteral occlusion using a detachable balloon was successfully employed to stop urinary flow in seven patients. The balloon was filled with low-viscosity silicone rubber and released in the distal ureter. Percutaneous nephrostomy provided external drainage. Indications were painful dysuria and large urinary fistulas in advanced pelvic malignancy. The method is preferable to ureteral embolization with tissue adhesive.