A Review of Buccal Mucosa Graft Ureteroplasty.
Publication/Presentation Date
3-1-2018
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: We review the buccal mucosa graft (BMG) ureteroplasty literature to evaluate its utility in the management of ureteral strictures, identify indications for which it is particularly useful, and highlight refinements in surgical technique.
RECENT FINDINGS: Recent reports have described the efficacy of robotic BMG ureteroplasty and the utilization of near-infrared fluorescence to assist with precise identification of the ureteral stricture margins. BMG ureteroplasty is well-suited for ureteral reconstruction as it allows for minimal disruption of the delicate ureteral blood supply and facilitates a tension-free anastomosis. This technique is particularly useful in patients with long ureteral strictures not amenable to ureteroureterostomy and in patients with a recurrent ureteral stricture after a previously failed ureteral reconstruction.
Volume
19
Issue
4
First Page
23
Last Page
23
ISSN
1534-6285
Published In/Presented At
Lee, Z., Keehn, A. Y., Sterling, M. E., Metro, M. J., & Eun, D. D. (2018). A Review of Buccal Mucosa Graft Ureteroplasty. Current urology reports, 19(4), 23. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11934-018-0772-5
Disciplines
Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
PubMedID
29497854
Department(s)
Administration and Leadership
Document Type
Article