Navigating the complexities of a forgotten double J stent.
BMJ Case Rep
; 17(8)2024 Aug 05.
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| ID: mdl-39106994
ABSTRACT
Double-J (DJ) stents are most commonly used urological tools these days. Serious complications may occur when stents are left in place for longer duration. We present a case of a woman in her 40s with a forgotten DJ stent for 4 years, leading to complications such as encrustations, bladder and renal stone formation. The patient underwent a comprehensive endourological approach, including endoscopic cystolithotomy and left-sided percutaneous nephrolithotomy. The case highlights the importance of timely stent removal to prevent complications such as encrustations and stone formation. Patient education and counselling are crucial to avoid poor compliance and the associated risks of forgotten stents. This case underscores the significance of a multidisciplinary approach and emphasises the need for proactive measures to prevent such complications, including the implementation of a stent placement registry.
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Stents
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Remoción de Dispositivos
Límite:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
BMJ Case Rep
Año:
2024
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Article
País de afiliación:
India
Pais de publicación:
Reino Unido