Ureteral stent encrustation.

Palliative ureteral stent placement is effective in relieving obstructive renal impairment, especially that precedent to malignant spreading, and can take the place of surgical intervention. Furthermore, cutaneous antegrade and/or endoscopic retrograde stenting can be indicated for other pyelo-ureteric operations and prevent their complications, but is has its consequences: We experienced three cases in which stenting had to be repeated because of its obstruction. The stent catheter blockage is discussed.