Posted by: urologysurgery on: January 1, 2009
Ureteral strictures may result from a variety of causes, including stone passage, endoscopic urologic procedures, radiation therapy, open or laparoscopic surgery, and penetrating traumatic injuries. The incidence of ureteral strictures has increased in recent years, largely as a result of the introduction and widespread use of upper urinary tract endoscopy. Several factors may contribute [...]