Ureterocele

Treatment:

Treatment is focused on relief of the obstruction. Stents (drains placed in the ureter or in the renal pelvis) may provide short-term relief of symptoms. Surgical repair of the ureterocele is usually curative.

Expectations (prognosis):

The outcome varies. If the obstruction can be cured, the damage may be temporary. However, damage to the kidney may be permanent, especially if the condition persists. The other kidney may continue to function adequately.

Complications:

• permanent kidney damage, with a decrease or loss of function (one kidney)
• chronic or recurrent urinary tract infection

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if symptoms indicate ureterocele may be present.