Obstructive uropathy

The frequency and type of monitoring depends on the illness the patient has and what has been done. In chronic illness (e.g., in a patient with obstructive uropathy undergoing chemotherapy) routine stent or nephrostomy tube changes are needed every few weeks or months.

Patients who have undergone definitive treatment such as a transurethral resection of the prostate and whose renal function is normal may not require further follow-up after an initial check.

For ureteric stones, follow-up is needed until the stone passes or is surgically removed. A metabolic evaluation to look for an underlying reason for stone formation is advised in certain patient groups (children and those who have a strong family history of ureteric calculi or previous personal history). Follow-up for unilateral obstruction not due to stones is focused on the underlying condition and usually involves a multidisciplinary team approach.