Long-term, single-center study comparing open and laparoscopic procedures for congenital midureteral obstruction in children

Long-term comparative study of 44 pediatric patients demonstrates laparoscopic ureteroureterostomy offers significant advantages over open surgery for congenital midureteral obstruction, including shorter operative time (86 vs 106 min), reduced hospital stay (8.3 vs 11.6 days), and comparable safety profiles with successful outcomes in all cases.