About Ureteral Obstruction Surgery
Key Highlights
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Restores normal urine flow from the kidney to the bladder.Helps prevent permanent kidney damage and loss of function.Often performed using minimally invasive techniques for less pain and faster recovery.Alleviates severe pain, recurrent infections, and other symptoms caused by the blockage.Tailored to the specific cause (e.g., stone, stricture, tumor) for precise treatment.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent or severe hydronephrosis (swelling of the kidney due to urine backup).
- Recurrent kidney stones causing obstruction.
- Ureteral strictures (narrowing) from previous surgery, radiation, or infection.
- Obstruction due to tumors within or pressing on the ureter.
- Congenital abnormalities like ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction.
- Failed conservative management (e.g., stents, medications) for an obstruction.
How to prepare
- Complete medical history review and physical examination by the urologist.
- Imaging tests like a CT urogram, ultrasound, or IVP to locate and assess the blockage.
- Blood tests and urine analysis to check kidney function and for infection.
- Discussion of all medications; you may need to stop blood thinners several days prior.
- Fasting (no food or drink) for 6-12 hours before the surgery as directed.
- Arranging for transportation and post-operative care at home.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding or infection at the surgical site.
- Injury to surrounding organs, blood vessels, or the ureter itself.
- Failure to fully relieve the obstruction, requiring additional procedures.
- Formation of scar tissue (stricture) causing a new blockage.
- Urine leakage or persistent pain.
- Risks associated with anesthesia, such as allergic reaction or breathing problems.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay is typically required for monitoring, ranging from 1-3 days depending on the approach.
- Pain is managed with prescribed medications; a temporary ureteral stent is common and may cause bladder irritation.
- Drink plenty of fluids to help flush the system and prevent infection.
- Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and driving for 1-2 weeks or as advised.
- Follow-up appointments are crucial to monitor healing, kidney function, and possibly remove a stent.
- Report any fever, severe pain, or decreased urine output to your doctor immediately.
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Typical hospital stay: 1-3 days
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Expected recovery time: 1-3 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering ureteral obstruction surgery in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for ureteral obstruction surgery in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform ureteral obstruction surgery. MediFyr helps you compare urologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for ureteral obstruction surgery compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Ureteral Obstruction Surgery in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated urology teams and experience managing patients undergoing ureteral obstruction surgery.
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