Percutaneous transrenal retrieval of fractured nephrostomy tube under fluoroscopic guidance
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https://doi.org/10.3941/jrcr.v4i5.463Keywords:
Nephrostomy complication, Nephrostomy tube fracture, Percutaneous retrieval, SnareAbstract
Percutaneous nephrostomy is a safe procedure, performed routinely by interventional radiologists, and has a low complication rate. We report an unusual case of a fractured nephrostomy tube, retained within the kidney, having its fractured end trapped within the healed retroperitoneal tract. The catheter was retrieved by snaring it, using a percutaneous access to the collecting system. We describe the technique used and the alternative management options.
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