Retaining the refluxing lower ureteral stump of a non-functioning kidney to preserve contralateral renal function

Retaining the refluxing lower ureteral stump of a non-functioning kidney as a cutaneous stoma provided a vent and an alternative channel for CIC of the bladder (Figure). Subsequently, fewer UTI seemed to protect the contralateral solitary functioning kidney, particularly in those with associated VUR. In this preliminary study, the procedure was simple and the stoma was well accepted by patients and parents.521Figure. Retaining the refluxing lower ureteral stump of a non functioning kidney to preserve contralateral renal function - principle, study design and outcome.