Renal insufficiency and hemodialysis after radiotherapy of carcinoma colli

Hemodialysis was performed in 2 cases of acute renal insufficiency after radiotherapy of carcinoma colli (Stage III of carcinoma colli). This experience was reported including discussion. One patient developed ileus and uremia approximately 6 months after radiotherapy (telecobalt 6000 R and radium 1800 mgh). The other complained of anuria and low fever approximately 3 years after radiotherapy (telecobalt 6000 R and radium 3800 mgh), which led to the presumption of post-renal urinary retention due to complete obstruction of the ureter. Both patients escaped from crisis by hemodialysis. (Kanao, N.)