Antegrade double-J stent placement
Antegrade percutaneous placement of an internal ureteral stent.
The information below is provided for general educational purposes only. It describes the procedure in general terms and may not apply to your specific situation. Only your interventional radiologist can provide you with personalized information adapted to your case.
What does this intervention involve?
Background
Ureteral obstruction, often after nephrostomy, to internalize drainage.
Procedure
Through nephrostomy tract, guide and JJ stent placed antegradely. Duration: 30-60 minutes.
Risks
Failure to pass obstruction, infection, stent migration.
Recovery
Nephrostomy removal if drainage adequate. Stent change every 3-6 months.
Practical information
Local anesthesia. Outpatient procedure (return home the same day).
This information does not replace a medical consultation. Each procedure is adapted to the patient's individual situation. Your doctor will explain the specific details, expected benefits and potential risks during your consultation.
Doctors and centers/departments performing this intervention
2 doctors
Dr Vincent DUROUS
Radiologue interventionnelAnnecy, Argonay
Dr Alexandre NéROT
Radiologue interventionnelAnnecy, Argonay, Chambéry