THE SUPERNUMERARY URETER

Supernumerary kidney with pelvic communication and a single ureter

PRIMARY LEIOMYOSARCOMA OF THE URETER

Since 1943, fourteen cases of primary leiomyosarcoma of the ureter have been reported in English literature. The fifteenth case is presented here with a brief review of the significant aspects of the previous reports.

Constriction of the Ureter

ing was present. The last menstrual period had started 14 days previously. There was no history of nocturia, dysuria, frequency or backache. Irregular acquired dysmenorrhcea had been noted in the past. A similar attack had occurred two months previously on a train trip from Calcutta and lasted a few days. The patient had shortly afterwards a routine annual physical examination by another physic...

primary leiomyosarcoma of the ureter

since 1943, fourteen cases of primary leiomyosarcoma of the ureter have been reported in english literature. the fifteenth case is presented here with a brief review of the significant aspects of the previous reports.

The Contraction of the Ureter

The nature and cause of ureteral contraction has been studied by many authors, using various methods 1)2). An electro manometer with a sensitive strain gauge has been extensively used for the past about fifteen years to permit a more precise interpretation of ureteral contraction 3J·115l. This paper describes the peristaltic activity and dynamic gradients of both human and dog ureters in vivo. ...