A ureteral stent is a thin, hollow tube that is placed in the ureter to help urine flow from the kidney into the bladder. Benefits include:
- Relieve ureteral obstruction (stones, cancer, stricture) and provide drainage
- Promote healing of the ureter by providing internal support after a ureteral procedure or anastomosis
- Prevent potential complications by helping place a guidewire into the ureter
- Assist in dilating the ureter before the next ureteroscopy
- Bypass obstructions, either from internal or external causes