Ureteroarterial fistula: case report and review of the literature

Urology. 1996 Sep;48(3):481-9. doi: 10.1016/S0090-4295(96)00202-6.

Abstract

Ureteroarterial fistulae are rare. We report 2 cases of this clinical problem. Ureteroarterial fistulae can occur in association with prolonged ureteral stenting, radiation therapy, vascular pathology, and prior pelvic or vascular surgery. Identification of a fistula is often difficult and requires the physician to be highly alert and vigilant. Diagnostic and therapeutic options for a ureteroarterial fistula are discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aorta, Abdominal*
  • Arteriovenous Fistula* / diagnosis
  • Arteriovenous Fistula* / etiology
  • Arteriovenous Fistula* / therapy
  • Female
  • Femoral Artery*
  • Humans
  • Iliac Artery*
  • Ureteral Diseases* / diagnosis
  • Ureteral Diseases* / etiology
  • Ureteral Diseases* / therapy
  • Urinary Fistula* / diagnosis
  • Urinary Fistula* / etiology
  • Urinary Fistula* / therapy