![]() ![]() However, late recurrences arise therefore, patients should be subject to long-term follow-up. Most recurrences occurred within the first year. Minimally invasive treatment is a worthwhile alternative in strictures due to previous radiation and/or surgical treatment of malignancies. 3/6 patients were successfully re-dilated. All 6 recurrences occurred within 36 months, 4 within the first 12 months. We identified 32/43 (75%) balloon dilatations, 10/43 (23%) catheter dilatations and 1/43 (2%) laser incision. Preoperative decompression was required in 30/43 (70%). The largest proportion of strictures occurred following surgery combined with radiotherapy 8/43 (19%). ResultsĤ3 patients were eligible for retrospective final analysis. Successful outcome was defined as an asymptomatic, completely catheter free patient, with stable renal function. ![]() All patients but one were treated with antegrade, retrograde balloon or catheter dilatations. We excluded 16 patients from final analysis due to failed access or loss to follow-up. Over a 5-year period, 2007–2012, we analyzed the data of 59 consecutive patients undergoing minimally invasive treatment for symptomatic ureteric strictures. ![]() Our study aimed to retrospectively assess the long-term efficacy of minimally invasive treatment in benign and malignant ureteric strictures. There are no existing guidelines on which techniques to use in the treatment of different stricture types and a paucity of data regarding long-term results. Minimally invasive treatment using endoscopic dilatation or laser incision is the standard practice. Ureteric strictures are well-documented complications related to surgery or radiation therapy. ![]()
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