Transurethral endoscopic management of ureterocele(report of 15 cases) / 中华泌尿外科杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To evaluate transurethral endosco pic management of 15 cases of ureterocele encountered between 1990 and 2000. Methods All the medical documents were reviewed and analyse d. Results The diagnosis of all the cases was establishe d on IVU,ultrasonography and endoscopy.Transurethral incision of ureterocele was undertaken for 6 cases,and transurethral unroofing for 9.All the patients have been followed up for 6～36 months with the hydronephrosis abated.No vesicoureter al reflux has been noted. Conclusions Transurethral inte rvention of ureterocele is simple and effective rendering minimal trauma to the patients.Transurethral unroofing is an effective means to treat ureterocele.