Ingrowth of a memokath 028 prostate stent

Introduction: Prostate stenting has been used increasingly in obstructive b ladder outlet symptoms since the Fabian-spiral was first described in 1980. Various complications are nevertheless associated with this therapy. In pa rticular, dislocation of the stent and voiding symptoms are reported freque ntly. Case Report: The patient described here developed hematuria and later on ur inary retention 44 months after implantation of a Memokath 028 stent becaus e of BPH. These complaints were caused by ingrowth of the stent into the pr ostate. Necessitating a TUR of the prostate to remove the stent. Conclusion: Although various complications can occur with stenting of the p rostatic urethra, this therapy offers a good alternative to long-term cathe therization in regard to both rate of complications and cost of therapy.