The “Pumping Probe Technique” and complete sealing stent – a new simple method for the detection and treatment of ureteric fistulae

Purpose: Ureteric fistulae after gynecological surgery are a typical postoperative (PO) complication. In the past, fistula detection was performed by X-Ray or CT. The aim of this study is to show that ultrasound using the novel “Pumping Probe Technique” (PPT) is an alternative method of detecting fistulae. The use of a new intermural complete sealing ureteric stent prevents leakage, covers the tissue and allows the tissue to heal without further measures. The stent will then be removed atraumatically after wound healing is complete. Methods: In 19 cases between June 2012 to April 2016 we used the new PPT in both…