What can go wrong with a kidney stent?

Ureteral stents are one of the most commonly used devices in the treatment of benign and malignant urological diseases. However, they are associated with common complications including encrustation, infection, pain and discomfort caused by ureteral tissue irritation and possibly irregular peristalsis.

Can a ureteral stent cause damage?

The major complication during ureteral stenting includes increased rates of urinary tract infection (2-4). Other complications include stent migration, persistent hematuria, bladder irritation caused by stent, and the complications during the removal of the stent (2-4).

What problems can a stent cause?

Blood clotting – A blood clot is the most serious complication that can occur within the stent. Blood clots can lead to severe complications such as heart attack, stroke, and thromboembolism to another part of the body. Chest pain – Chest pain is a symptom of re-stenosis.

Can a stent cause kidney damage?

Conclusions: Chronic renal failure caused by encrusted stents in a functionally solitary kidney is a disastrous complication of forgotten stents. Prevention is, of course, ideal, but such cases are still seen despite increasing awareness.

What can I expect after a ureteral stent?

Your Recovery You may have a small amount of blood in your urine for 1 to 3 days after the procedure. While the stent is in place, you may have to urinate more often, feel a sudden need to urinate, or feel like you can’t completely empty your bladder. You may feel some pain when you urinate or do strenuous activity.

How long is recovery from ureteral stent?

Your physical activity is to be restricted, especially during the first weeks of recovery. During this time use the following guidelines: NO lifting heavy objects (anything greater than 10 lbs) for 4 weeks. NO driving a car and limit long car rides for 2 weeks.

Can a stent damage your kidney?

Stents can cause discomfort and pain in the bladder, kidneys, groin, urethra and the genitals. The discomfort or pain may be more noticeable after physical activity and passing urine.

How long can a stent be left in the ureter?

Up to 3 months, and depending on if the growth will be removed, a stent can be left in place for years. However, stents must be changed on a regular basis of every 3-4 months.

What are the symptoms of stent failure?

Sometimes heart problems return after a stent procedure. If that happens, you usually have symptoms—like chest pain, fatigue, or shortness of breath. If you do have symptoms, a stress test can help your doctor see what’s going on. It can show if a blockage has returned or if there’s a new blockage.

What happens when a stent goes bad?

The signs of a blocked stent are the same as the signs of coronary artery blockage. An indication of such a blockage can be decreased exercise tolerance but is often angina. Angina can be a crushing chest pain, a pain that radiates down the left arm or one that goes up into the jaw. It often involves sweating.

What are the complications of a Double J stent?

Introduction: Insertion of a double-J (JJ) stent is a common procedure often carried out in the retrograde route by the urologists and the antegrade route by the radiologists. Reported complications include stent migration, encrustation, and fracture.

Who is responsible for complications of stent placement?

The implanting physician is responsible for informing the patient of the requirements, conse- quences, and complications associated with stent placement. Failure to do so has obvious management and potential medicolegal implications. ©RSNA, 2002

Are there extra-anatomical complications of antegrade double-j insertion?

Antegrade ureteric JJ stenting is a procedure not without complications. Extra-anatomic placement of the antegrade stent is a hitherto the infrequently reported complication but needs a high index of suspicion to be diagnosed.

What are the side effects of a stent in the bladder?

Suprapubic and loin pain are common occurrences in patients with stents. If the stent is too long, allowing the distal loop to impinge on the bladder base, direct irritation with consequent symptoms may occur. Vesicorenal reflux is inevitable with a patent stent in place.