Diagnosis and Management of a Challenging Patient: Ureteroarterial Fistula

Urology. 2016 Nov:97:e9-e10. doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2016.07.017. Epub 2016 Jul 20.

Abstract

While uncommon, ureteral arterial fistula (UAF) should be a differential diagnosis for persistent hematuria, as management involves coordinated treatment with a multidisciplinary team. Despite various diagnostic modalities available, accuracy in diagnosis remains a challenge. We present a patient with known UAF risk factors, including chronic ureteral stent, history of radiation, and vascular procedures. Despite multiple negative imaging studies, UAF was ultimately diagnosed and successfully managed by an endovascular approach, with resolution of her hematuria.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Angiography
  • Endovascular Procedures
  • Female
  • Hematuria / etiology
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Ureteral Diseases / diagnostic imaging*
  • Ureteral Diseases / surgery
  • Urinary Fistula / diagnostic imaging*
  • Urinary Fistula / surgery
  • Urography
  • Vascular Fistula / diagnostic imaging*
  • Vascular Fistula / surgery