ABSTRACT

Ureteroscopic endopyelotomy can be utilized for the treatment of primary or secondary ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO). It can be employed in selected patients as a single procedure with minimal morbidity and reasonable success. The exact role for each of the techniques available for the treatment of UPJO has been defined and endoscopic endopyelotomy remains a valuable facet in the treatment algorithm based on its simplicity and safety.