Image-guided ureteral reconstruction using rendezvous technique for complex ureteric transection after gunshot injuries

Abstract

Management of complex ureteric transection poses a significant clinical challenge, particularly after gunshot injuries due to marked distortion of anatomy and associated tissue loss. We report two cases of total ureteric transection due to gunshot injury successfully repaired using fluoroscopy-guided rendezvous procedure and double J stent placement. This minimally invasive approach may offer a safe and effective technique to repair complete ureteral transection and obviate the need for complex surgical procedures.

Keywords

• gunshot injuries
• rendezvous
• ureteral reconstruction
• ureteric transection