Ureterocele in an Adult Male Nigerian: a Case Report

Abstract

Niger Delta Journal of Medical Sciences Ureterocele is one of the congenital anomalies that affect the genitourinary system. This anomaly is usually present in the early stage of life and can be detected if there is high index of suspicion and proper evaluation. This case presentation is to highlight the unusual presentation of ureterocele in an adult Black male, with frequent micturition and dysuria. There is characteristic radiological sign of 'cobra head' appearance on intravenous urography. This case report highlighted the late presentation of ureterocele, the necessity to make use of available imaging diagnostic modalities inlimited resource settings, and to add to the existing body of knowledge. The patient was investigated using sonogram and intravenous urography. The urologist operated the patient by excision of the ureterocele and placement of a stent for a week after which the stent was removed andthere was no post-surgical complication. He is being follow up in the Urologic clinic of the center and has been doing well with the resolution of the symptoms.

KEYWORD: Adult male, micturition, dysuria, ureterocele, sonogram, intravenous urography.