Simple Reinforcement for Thin Nephrostomy Catheters

Abstract

Thin nephrostomy catheters can be effectively protected by wrapping them into a larger, outer tube after insertion.

Determinants of Nephrostomy Tube Dislodgment After Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy

“…To address this issue, attempts have been made at improving current nephrostomy tubes. Ostendorf and associates 14 devised a strategy for reinforcing small caliber nephrostomy tubes used in pediatric PCNLs. The overall goal of this modification was to increase the …”

Imaging in Oncological Urology

“…Great care must be taken not to overdistend or puncture the renal pelvis during this procedure because serious bleeding and infection may result. The nephrostomy is then fixed to the skin in a manner that prevents inadvertent kinking, removal, or traction [221][222][223].…”