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Massive incrustation on silicone ureteral stent: A severe complication

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We report the first case of unilateral, upper tract obstruction secondary to incrustation and stone formation on a silicone double-J ureteral stent. We believe that the main cause of this complication was the neurological bladder dysfunction of the patient coupled with urinary tract infection.

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  1. Urological Clinic, University of Athens, Laiko Hospital, Athens, Greece

    A. Cranidis, F. Sofras, Ch. Fasoulakis & C. Dimopoulos

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Cranidis, A., Sofras, F., Fasoulakis, C. et al. Massive incrustation on silicone ureteral stent: A severe complication. International Urology and Nephrology 17, 319–322 (1985). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02083501

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