ureterostomy
(u-re″tәr-osītә-me)
creation of a new outlet for a ureter.
cutaneous ureterostomy
a type of urinary diversion in which one or both ureters are detached from the bladder and brought through the abdominal wall to form a stoma. A collection pouch fitted with a belt is then worn against the abdomen and over the “ureteral buds” or stomas. See also ileal conduit.

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