Reimplantation of Ureter Unilateral Treatment in India

Reyansh Brown, a 65-year-old retired mechanic,...

Reyansh Brown, a 65-year-old retired mechanic, underwent a radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer two years prior. While cancer-free, he developed a new, troubling symptom: constant urinary leakage from his navel. Diagnosed with a rare uretero-cutaneous fistula, a small abnormal connection had formed between his left ureter and his abdominal skin, a complication from his previous surgery. Urine was leaking externally instead of flowing to his bladder. His urologist recommended a ureteral reimplantation to disconnect the ureter from the fistula and reattach it securely to his bladder. Reyansh felt defeated and embarrassed by the leakage, fearing another major operation. The procedure required an open surgical approach due to prior scar tissue. Recovery was challenging, involving a hospital stay with drains and a stent, but the leakage stopped immediately. After a few months of gradual healing, he regained full continence. His emotional state transformed from embarrassment and despair over his body 'failing' him again to triumph and closure. He felt he could finally put his cancer journey fully behind him and enjoy his retirement with dignity restored.