An interesting observation encountered at percutaneous resection of a renal transitional cell carcinoma and its conservative management is described. During resection of the tumour sudden heavy haematuria was encountered. Nephroscopic inspection revealed the blood to be coming from behind a loop-generated flap, the raising of which allowed entry of the endoscope into a sizeable vein and thence upwards into the renal vein and inferior vena cava (IVC). On table nephrostogram confirmed contrast outlining the renal vein and IVC. Placement and clamping of a nephrostomy tube was followed by stabilization of the patient and the bleeding stopped. The urine became clear within 24 h. Later on repeat nephrostogram showed an intact pelvicalyceal system with an acceptable tumour clearance. This case highlights the importance of a trial of conservative management in the treatment of bleeding complications during nephroscopy.

Keywords:
Kidney, Neoplasm, Transitional cell
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© 2001 S. Karger AG, Basel
2001
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