Reducing the Incidence of Retained Double-J Ureteral Stents: A Multidisciplinary Approach

We developed an automated and reproducible program that correctly identifies and alerts a high percentage of patients to the need to remove their stent. Repeated audits of our query methods combined with regular meetings of a multidisciplinary Double-J stent committee were integral to developing and maintaining this system. By promoting proactive awareness for patients as well as physicians, we are working to minimize the incidence of retained Double-J stents and associated complications.