Ureterectomy

Ureterectomy is a surgical operation that involves removing the ureter. Usually, the kidney associated with this ureter is also removed at the same time (see Nephroureterectomy). If the patient has previously undergone nephrectomy for vesicoureteral reflux or a tumor of the renal pelvis, then the patient may need to perform another operation - ureterectomy - to restore normal reflux in the ureteral stump or to remove the tumor from the ureter, respectively.

A ureterectomy is surgery to remove the ureter, which is the tube that connects the bladder to the kidneys. This operation is performed for various diseases, such as urolithiasis, bladder cancer, urinary tract infection, etc.

Ureterectomy can be performed either alone or in combination with other operations, for example, nephroureterectomy (removal of the kidney and ureter). In some cases, if a patient has had a nephrectomy because of a tumor or other disease, a ureterectomy may be necessary to restore normal urine reflux in the ureter or remove the tumor.

Before the operation, a thorough examination of the patient is required, including ultrasound, computed tomography and other diagnostic methods. During surgery, the surgeon removes the ureter and associated tissue and then restores the normal flow of urine from the bladder. After the operation, the patient is in the hospital for observation and recovery.

Although a ureterectomy is a major operation, it may be necessary in some cases to treat various medical conditions. Therefore, if you require this operation, you should not be afraid, but you should carefully prepare for it and follow your doctor's recommendations.