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Aneurysm of the dilatation balloon catheter: An unusual complication of percutaneous nephrolithotomy

Authors :
Gray, Robin R.
St. Louis, Eugene L.
Jewett, M. A. S.
Source :
Urologic Radiology; December 1989, Vol. 11 Issue: 1 p165-166, 2p
Publication Year :
1989

Abstract

We present herein a previously unreported complication of an aneurysm developing in a balloon dilatation catheter used to dilate a track prior to percutaneous nephrolithotomy. Direct needle puncture of the balloon was required for removal of the catheter.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01711091
Volume :
11
Issue :
1
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Urologic Radiology
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs59866176
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02926504