Minimally invasive surgery for the treatment of ureteral stump syndrome.

OBJECTIVE

The aim was to highlight the advantages and the feasibility of treating ureteral stump syndrome (USS) by different minimally invasive procedures.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

Four patients with USS who were treated by different minimally invasive surgery approaches depending on their presentation and findings on radiologic investigations.

RESULTS

Three patients had complete resolution of their symptoms, whereas the fourth patient had persistence of urinary tract infection.

CONCLUSION

Minimally invasive surgery is a valid treatment option for patients with USS with possible less morbidity than conventional open surgical excision.