Table 1 Stent Insertion Episode (SIE) by underlying cause
Underlying cause of extrinsic ureteric compression | Associated Number of SIE |
|---|---|
Retroperitoneal fibrosis | 24 |
Neuropathic bladder | 4 |
PUJ stricture | 3 |
Duplex kidney | 2 |
Obstructed transplant kidney | 2 |
Malignancy (direct or nodal compression on ureter) | 17 |