Management of iatrogenic ureteral injury

* Early postoperative period is variably defined as before 7 to 14 days after initial surgery.

¶ Surgical repair: An ureteroureterostomy is the preferred technique. When the injury precludes that, a flap procedure, ureteral substitution, autotransplantation, or nephrectomy may be required. Refer to respective UpToDate topics for details.