Is DJ Stent Placement Necessary During A Radical Prostectomy?

Posted on Thu, 20 Oct 2016

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Question : I need opinion of a urosurgeon
My uncle is advised radical prostectomy i need second opinion
Surgeon has advised for DJ stenting, whethere this is necessary for this operation since i dont found any reference to this.

Answered by Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
DJ stenting isn't routine.

Detailed Answer:
Hello Dr. and welcome to HCM.
As an urologist, I can understand your concern.
A DJ stenting isn't routine.
If the stenting helps to improve the kidney function, reflected by lowering the creatinine levels, after stenting, its done.
Hope your doubt's cleared.
Wishing your uncle well.
Dr. Matthew J. Mangat.

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