Two strong clinical studies presented at the AUA

1 Juni 2017

1) Prostate Cancer patient will increase quality of life by having the Memokath Ureter solution instead of e.g. JJ (Prof. Osther among others)

From the AUA 2016
Abstract: PD19-08
Introduction and Objectives
Traditional treatment options for management of malignant ureteral obstruction in prostate cancer include percutaneous nephrostomy and JJ-stenting with known morbidities and the need for frequent replacements. The objective of this study was to prospectively evaluate a new dual thermo-expandable nickel-titanium alloy metal stent (Memokath® Double Cone) for long-term treatment of distal ureteral obstruction due to prostate cancer
Conclusions
Malignant ureteral obstruction due to prostate cancer remains a complex clinical challenge. JJ-stenting and nephrostomies have significant quality of life aspects, and JJ stents often do not drain sufficiently. In this prospective series including renographic evaluation of renal split function and drainage before and after insertion, the new Memokath® Double Cone has shown a unique potential for long-term management of malignant ureteral obstruction due to prostate cancer.         

 

2) Showing that Memokath Ureter solution should be the preferred solution when changing the JJ stent (Prof. Stenzl beside among others)

From the AUA 2016:
Abstract: MP34-09 Introduction and Objectives Several benigne and maligne conditions can cause an upper urinary tract obstruction. Normally it is treated by inseration of a nephrostomy or pigtail catheter as well as surgical correction, which can involve several complications. The Memokath 051 is a thermo-expandable titanium-nickel spiral which can be used for treatment of long-term ureteric strictures. 
Conclusions The mentioned thermos-expandable spiral system Memokath 051 is a save and easily applicable tool for treatment of long-term ureteric strictures in patients without the possibility for surgical correction due to severe comorbidities. In contrast to the treatment with nephrostomy or pigtail catheter, which have to be changed regulary, patients with the Memokath system benefit from the extended duration of implantation.