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End-to-end of terminal ureteral segments seems to be a good alternative to terminal cutaneous ureterostomy in very selected cases (patients with short life-expectancy or when it is impossible to utilize the bowel for urinary diversion). Background: An end-to-end ureteral anastomosis (UA) drained by a single percutaneous nephrostomy is proposed as an alternative to permanent cutaneous ureterostomy. Methods: In eight patients who underwent radical cystectomy, an end-to-end UA was realized. All patients had an advanced pelvic neoplasm and/or severe comorbidities with a short life-expectancy. Results: End-to-end UA is a very simple intervention, well tolerated by the patient that requires only the periodic substitution of the nephrostomy. Conclusions: In very selected cases (patients with short life-expectancy, advanced disease) end-to-end UA is a quick and easy way to divert the urine after bladder removal.
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Panella, P., Pepe, P., Motta, L. et al. End-to-End Ureteral Anastomosis: A Simple Alternative to Cutaneous Ureterostomy in Selected Patients. Int Urol Nephrol 37, 243–245 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11255-004-7971-3
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