Renal Autotransplantation for Recurrent Renal Colic

Abstract
Renal autotransplantation as an alternative to ileal interposition was done successfully in patients with repetitive episodes of renal colic. Urinary tract continuity has been re-established by anastomosis of a Boari tube directly to the renal pelvis. This has resulted in easy egress of recurrent calculi without pain. The musculature of the Boari tube may be adequate for prevention of vesicorenal reflux. The procedure has been devoid of electrolyte and mucous urinary retention problems associated with ileal interposition and is advocated as an alternative in the management of such patients when medical therapy fails.