Nephroureteral stents: principles and techniques

Semin Intervent Radiol. 2011 Dec;28(4):367-79. doi: 10.1055/s-0031-1296079.

Abstract

Nephroureteral stents including antegrade, retrograde, or internal (double-J) stents are routinely placed by interventional radiologists. The purpose of this review is to provide a detailed and comprehensive description of indications, contraindications, technique, and various technical challenges of these procedures. Also pre- and postprocedure management of patients will be discussed including routine follow-up and dealing with potential complications.

Keywords: Antegrade; double J stent; nephroureteral stent; retrograde.