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Wang XQ, Jiang FM, Chen QH, Hou YC, Zhang HF, Hao YY, Zhang L, Wang CX. Long-term results of retroperitoneoscopic nephroureterectomy for upper urinary tract transitional cell carcinoma in China. Can Urol Assoc J 2013; 7:E287-92. [PMID: 22630340 DOI: 10.5489/cuaj.11128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2012] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We compared long-term clinical outcomes of upper urinary tract transitional cell carcinoma (TCC) patients treated by retroperitoneoscopic nephroureterectomy (RNU) or open radical nephroureterectomy (ONU). METHODS Upper urinary tract TCC patients were treated with RNU (n = 86) or ONU (n = 72) and followed-up for more than three years. Demographic and clinical data, including preoperative indexes, intraoperative indexes and long-term clinical outcomes, were retrospectively compared to determine long-term efficacy of the two procedures. RESULTS The RNU and ONU groups were statistically similar in age, gender, previous bladder cancer history, tumour location, pathologic tumour stage, pathologic node metastasis or tumour pathologic grade. The original surgery time required for both RNU and ONU was statistically similar, but RNU was associated with a significantly smaller volume of intraoperative estimated blood loss and shorter length of postoperative hospital stay. Follow-up (average: 42.4 months, range: 3-57) revealed that the RNU 3-year recurrence-free survival rate was 62.8% and the 3-year cancer specific survival rate was 80.7%. In the ONU group, the 3-year recurrence-free survival and the three-year cancer-specific survival rates were 59.2% and 80.3%, respectively. Neither of the survival rates were statistically different between the two groups. T stage, grade, lymph node metastasis and bladder tumour history were risk factors for tumour recurrence; the operation mode and the bladder cuff incision mode had no correlation with the recurrence-free survival. CONCLUSION The open surgery strategy and the retroperitoneoscopic nephroureterectomy strategy are equally effective for treating upper urinary tract TCC. However, the RNU procedure is less invasive, and requires a shorter duration of postoperative hospitalized care; thus, RNU is recommended as the preferred strategy.
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- Xiao-Qing Wang
- Department of Urology, First Bethune Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun Jilin, China
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- Department of Urology, First Bethune Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun Jilin, China
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- Department of Urology, First Bethune Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun Jilin, China
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- Department of Urology, First Bethune Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun Jilin, China
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- Department of Urology, First Bethune Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun Jilin, China
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- Department of Urology, First Bethune Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun Jilin, China
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- Department of Urology, First Bethune Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun Jilin, China
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- Department of Urology, First Bethune Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun Jilin, China
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Ozdemir AT, Altinova S, Asil E, Balbay MD. Robotic-assisted laparoscopic nephroureterectomy and bladder cuff excision. JSLS 2013; 16:320-4. [PMID: 23477188 PMCID: PMC3481236 DOI: 10.4293/108680812x13427982376662] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Our aim was to show that bladder cuff excision and distal ureterectomy can be safely performed by using the LigaSure device during robotic-assisted laparoscopic nephroureterectomy. METHODS A 60-year-old man presented with gross hematuria. He was diagnosed with upper urinary tract transitional cell carcinoma (TCC) on the left side and was scheduled for robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery. Without changing the patient's position, sealing with the LigaSure atlas for bladder cuff excision and distal ureterectomy was performed. RESULTS The operating time was 140 minutes from the initial incision to skin closure of all incisions. The estimated blood loss during the surgery was 120 mL. There were no intraoperative or postoperative complications. The Foley drain was removed on day 3 after normal cystographic findings, and the patient was discharged from the hospital on the fourth postoperative day. CONCLUSION Robot-assisted nephroureterectomy with distal ureterectomy in the same position using a LigaSure device is a safe alternative for upper tract transitional cell carcinoma.
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- A T Ozdemir
- Ataturk Teaching and Research Hospital, 1st Urology Clinic, Ankara, Turkey
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Yang Q, Du J, Zhao ZH, Chen XS, Zhou L, Yao X. Fast access and early ligation of the renal pedicle significantly facilitates retroperitoneal laparoscopic radical nephrectomy procedures: modified laparoscopic radical nephrectomy. World J Surg Oncol 2013; 11:27. [PMID: 23363489 PMCID: PMC3565935 DOI: 10.1186/1477-7819-11-27] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2012] [Accepted: 01/06/2013] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background The objective of this study was to develop a modified retroperitoneal laparoscopic nephrectomy and compare its results with the previous technique. Methods One hundred retroperitoneal laparoscopic nephrectomies were performed from February 2007 to October 2011. The previous technique was performed in 60 cases (Group 1). The modified technique (n = 40) included fast access to the renal pedicle according to several anatomic landmarks and early ligation of renal vessels (Group 2). The mean operation time, mean blood loss, duration of hospital stay conversion rate and complication rate were compared between the groups. Results No significant differences were detected regarding mean patient age, mean body mass index, and tumor size between the two groups (P >0.05). The mean operation time was 59.5 ± 20.0 and 39.5 ± 17.5 minutes, respectively, in Groups 1 and 2 (P <0.001). The mean intraoperative blood loss was 147 ± 35 and 100 ± 25 ml, respectively, in Groups 1 and 2 (P <0.001). No significant differences were detected regarding the conversion rate and the complication rate between the two groups (P >0.05). Conclusions Early ligature using fast access to the renal vessels during retroperitoneal laparoscopic radical nephrectomy contributed to less operation time and intraoperative blood loss compared with the previous technique. In addition, the modified technique permits the procedure to be performed following the principles of open radical nephrectomy.
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- Qing Yang
- Department of Genitourinary Oncology, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Huanhuxi Road, Hexi District, Tianjin, 300060, People's Republic of China
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Current Status of Robot Assisted Laparoscopic Radical Nephroureterectomy for Management of Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma. Curr Urol Rep 2013; 14:138-46. [DOI: 10.1007/s11934-012-0303-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Lee Z, Cadillo-Chavez R, Lee DI, Llukani E, Eun D. The technique of single stage pure robotic nephroureterectomy. J Endourol 2012; 27:189-95. [PMID: 22876964 DOI: 10.1089/end.2012.0394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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PURPOSE To describe a novel technique for a single setup approach for robotic radical nephroureterectomy (RANU) that does not require patient repositioning, port reassignment, or redocking of the robotic arms. MATERIALS AND METHODS Twenty consecutive patients underwent RANU at a single institution between January 2009 and January 2012. We implemented a unique port placement strategy based on a modified paramedian line (MPL), which allowed sufficient access to both the upper abdomen and the deep pelvis for radical NU with bladder cuff excision and concomitant lymphadenectomy. RESULTS The mean operative time was 161.3 minutes (range 91-330 minutes), mean estimated blood loss was 98.8 (range 50-200), and the mean hospital stay was 3 days (median 2 days, range 1-16 days). None of the procedures were converted to open or required blood transfusions. Lymphadenectomy was performed on 16 out of 20 patients, and the mean number of lymph nodes removed per patient when lymphadenectomy was performed was 14.1 (range 2-35). Three patients had positive lymph nodes. One patient had prolonged postoperative ileus, and one had a hospital course that was complicated by pneumonia. Mean patient follow-up was 13.5 months (range 1-24 months); one patient was found to have a recurrence at 3 month follow-up. CONCLUSION The use of our MPL line for novel port placement allows for an effective, efficient, and reproducible method for RANU without the need for repositioning of the patient or the robot.
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- Ziho Lee
- Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Oncologic outcomes obtained after laparoscopic, robotic and/or single port nephroureterectomy for upper urinary tract tumours. World J Urol 2012; 31:93-107. [PMID: 23097034 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-012-0968-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2012] [Accepted: 09/28/2012] [Indexed: 10/27/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Open surgery (ONU) is still considered to be the gold standard approach for nephroureterectomy (NU); however, with the introduction of laparoscopic surgery, minimally invasive techniques have been applied to surgical therapy of upper urinary tract tumours (UUT-UC) and they are gaining adepts. However, several concerns still exist about the safety of laparoscopic nephroureterectomy (LNU) in the treatment of UUT-UC, and different authors suggest that, although it could be equivalent to open surgery, this equivalence is not accomplished in all UUT-UC, suggesting that more advanced disease should undergo open surgery. More controversial still is the application of robotic surgery (RALNU) or really novel minimally invasive techniques, such as laparoendoscopic single-site surgery (LESSNU), for the treatment of UUT-UC. Although all these techniques seem feasible, their influence on oncologic results is still a matter of concern. METHODOLOGY We present a review on the oncologic outcomes of minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques in the treatment of UUT-UC. We focus our analysis on oncologic outcomes and we also analyze the different techniques proposed for the treatment of the distal ureter during minimally invasive surgery for UUT-UC. In the absence of prospective randomized studies with large patient samples, we must base our conclusions on retrospective studies and longer follow-up. CONCLUSION Given the evidence accumulated so far, LNU has proven to be equivalent or non-inferior, in terms of recurrence-free survival (RFS) and cancer-specific survival (CSS) to ONU. Nevertheless, comparative studies are needed with longer follow-up before determining the equivalence of LNU in advanced tumours.
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Rassweiler J, Godin K, Goezen AS, Kusche D, Chlosta P, Gaboardi F, Abbou CC, van Velthoven R. [Radical cystectomy - pro laparoscopic]. Urologe A 2012; 51:671-8. [PMID: 22532364 DOI: 10.1007/s00120-012-2863-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Although the technical feasibility of laparoscopic radical cystectomy (LRC) has been proven and the procedure has been accepted in the EAU guidelines 2011 as a valid alternative, its actual position has to be determined. On the one hand the advantages of LRC (less blood loss, lower transfusion rates, shorter analgesia time) have been proven in retrospective studies; however, the technical difficulties of purely laparoscopic urinary diversion result in very long operating times and in cases of a laparoscopic-assisted creation of a neobladder, the question of the advantage of this approach remains doubtful. Despite case reports of port metastases and peritoneal carcinosis following laparoscopic and robot-assisted radical cystectomy, there is no difference in terms of oncological long-term data (up to 10 years) between laparoscopy and open surgery performed at centres of excellence. Evidently, the curative options for the patients do not depend on the type of surgery (open versus minimally invasive) but on the efficacy of adjuvant treatment strategies (polychemotherapy). Currently it is believed that LRC should be considered for patients with low risk of progression (pT1-2). The final position of laparoscopic radical cystectomy can only be evaluated in a multicentric randomized controlled trial.
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- Urologische Klinik Klinkum Heilbronn, Akademisches Lehrkrankenhaus der Universität Heidelberg, Am Gesundbrunnen 20, 74074 Heilbronn, Deutschland.
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Nozaki T, Iida A, Morii A, Fujiuchi Y, Fuse H. Novel technique for retroperitoneoscopic nephroureterectomy for patients with huge hydronephrosis. SURGICAL PRACTICE 2012. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1744-1633.2012.00601.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Tetsuo Nozaki
- Department of Urology; Graduate School of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences for Research; University of Toyama; Toyama; Japan
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- Department of Urology; Graduate School of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences for Research; University of Toyama; Toyama; Japan
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- Department of Urology; Graduate School of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences for Research; University of Toyama; Toyama; Japan
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- Department of Urology; Graduate School of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences for Research; University of Toyama; Toyama; Japan
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- Department of Urology; Graduate School of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences for Research; University of Toyama; Toyama; Japan
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Rai BP, Shelley M, Coles B, Somani B, Nabi G. Surgical management for upper urinary tract transitional cell carcinoma (UUT-TCC): a systematic review. BJU Int 2012; 110:1426-35. [PMID: 22759317 DOI: 10.1111/j.1464-410x.2012.11341.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Surgical management of upper urinary tract transitional cell carcinoma (UUT-TCC) has significantly changed over the past two decades. Data for several new surgical techniques, including nephron-sparing surgery (NSS), is emerging. The study systematically reviewed the literature comparing (randomised and observational studies) surgical and oncological outcomes for various surgical techniques MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, British Nursing Index, AMED, LILACS, Web of Science, Scopus, Biosis, TRIP, Biomed Central, Dissertation Abstracts, ISI proceedings, and PubMed were searched to identify suitable studies. Data were extracted from each identified paper independently by two reviewers (B.R. and B.S.) and cross checked by a senior member of the team. The data analysis was performed using the Cochrane software Review manager version 5. Comparable data from each study was combined in a meta-analysis where possible. For dichotomous data, odds ratios with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were estimated based on the fixed-effects model and according to an intention-to-treat analysis. If the data available were deemed not suitable for a meta-analysis it was described in a narrative fashion. One randomised control trial (RCT) and 19 observational studies comparing open nephroureterectomy (ONU) and laparoscopic NU (LNU) were identified. The RCT reported the LNU group to have statistically significantly less blood loss (104 vs 430 mL, P < 0.001) and mean time to discharge (2.30 vs 3.65 days, P < 0.001) than the ONU group. At a median follow-up of 44 months, the overall 5-year cancer-specific survival (CSS; 89.9 vs 79.8%) and 5-year metastasis-free survival rates (77.4 vs 72.5%) for the ONU were better than for LNU, respectively, although not statistically significant. A meta-analysis of the observational studies favoured LNU group for lower urinary recurrence (P < 0.001) and distant metastasis. The meta-analyses for local recurrence for the two groups were comparable. One retrospective study comparing ONU with a percutaneous approach for grade 2 disease reported no significant differences in CSS rates (53.8 vs 53.3 months). Three retrospective studies compared NSS and radical NU, and reported no significant differences in overall CSS and recurrence-free survival between the two approaches. Five retrospective studies compared various techniques of en bloc excision of the lower ureter. No technique was reported to be better (operative and oncological) than any other. This review concludes that there is a paucity of good quality evidence for the various surgical approaches for UUT-TCC. The techniques have been assessed and reported in many retrospective single-centre studies favouring LNU for better perioperative outcomes and comparable oncological safety. The reported observational studies data is further supported by one RCT.
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- Bhavan Prasad Rai
- Department of Urology, Medical Research Institute, Ninewells hospital and Medical School, Dundee, UK
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Upper tract urothelial carcinoma: current treatment and outcomes. Urology 2012; 79:749-56. [PMID: 22469572 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2011.12.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2011] [Revised: 11/26/2011] [Accepted: 12/15/2011] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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The reference standard treatment of upper tract urothelial carcinoma is open radical nephroureterectomy. Many centers have advocated less-invasive treatment modalities. We reviewed contemporary treatments of upper tract urothelial carcinoma and their outcomes. A MEDLINE search was conducted for all relevant published data during the past 15 years. Endoscopic management is feasible for low-grade disease with strict surveillance protocols. Radical nephroureterectomy remains the reference standard for upper tract urothelial carcinoma. The intermediate-term oncologic outcomes are similar between the laparoscopic and open approaches. Controversies still exist regarding the optimal management of the distal ureter, the utility of topical therapy, and the role of lymphadenectomy.
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Kates M, Badalato GM, Gupta M, McKiernan JM. Secondary bladder cancer after upper tract urothelial carcinoma in the US population. BJU Int 2012; 110:1325-9. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1464-410x.2012.11108.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Rao SR, Correa JJ, Sexton WJ, Pow-Sang JM, Dickinson SI, Lin HY, Spiess PE. Prospective clinical trial of the feasibility and safety of modified retroperitoneal lymph node dissection at time of nephroureterectomy for upper tract urothelial carcinoma. BJU Int 2012; 110:E475-80. [PMID: 22564727 DOI: 10.1111/j.1464-410x.2012.11170.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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UNLABELLED What's known on the subject? and What does the study add? Very little is known about the safety and potential oncological benefit of performing a retroperitoneal lymph node dissection at time of nephroureterectomy for upper tract tumours. This study is the first clinical trial to prospectively validate the safety and feasibility of a retroperitoneal lymph node dissection at time of nephroureterectomy for upper tract tumours. The onus is now on the scientific community at large to conduct adequately powered multicentre clinical trials to evaluate the potential oncological benefit it may impart to patients with upper tract tumours. OBJECTIVE • To determine the safety and feasibility of modified retroperitoneal lymph node dissection (RPLND) at the time of radical nephroureterectomy (RNU). PATIENTS AND METHODS • Between 2009 and 2011, 20 patients with suspected upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma (UUT-UC) underwent open (n= 10), laparoscopic (n= 4), or robot-assisted (n= 6) RNU with modified RPLND. • Demographic, clinical and pathological data, histological nodal status, peri-operative complications and recurrence data were collected. RESULTS • On histopathological review, one patient had a benign angioma and was excluded from the final data analysis. Of the remaining 19 patients, 10 had pTa, five had pT1, one had pT2, and three pT3 disease. • The mean (range) lymph node count was 7 (2-17), with one patient having pathologically proven lymph node metastasis. The mean (range) operating time was 279 (146-500) min. The mean EBL was 396 (100-1100) mL, with the mean (range) hospital stay 7.1 (4-18) days. The mean (range) duration of follow-up after surgery was 12 (2-24) months. • Overall, nine patients developed postoperative complications, which included eight minor (Clavien Grade I-II) and one major complication (Clavien grade IIIb). The major complication was a postoperative chylous lymphatic leak requiring surgical exploration. CONCLUSION • The present results indicate that modified RPLND during RNU for UUT-UC is a feasible procedure with acceptable morbidity. A larger prospective clinical trial is needed to adequately assess its potential therapeutic benefit.
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- Department of Genitourinary Oncology, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL 33612, USA
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Wu JT, Wan FC, Gao ZL, Wang JM, Yang DD. Transperitoneal laparoscopic nephroureterectomy for native upper tract urothelial carcinoma in renal transplant recipients. World J Urol 2012; 31:135-9. [PMID: 22527671 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-012-0865-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2011] [Accepted: 03/28/2012] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To analyze the safety and clinical outcome of laparoscopic nephroureterectomy (LNUT) for native upper tract urothelial carcinoma (UC) in renal transplant (RT) recipients. METHODS We conducted a retrospective analysis of 956 RT recipients from January 2003 to December 2010 to evaluate the benefit of LNUT for patients who were diagnosed with de novo UC after renal transplantation. RESULTS Women predominated (10/11, 91 %) in the 11 patients with upper tract UC who underwent LNUT. Five patients underwent LNUT ipsilateral to the transplanted kidney, 4 patients underwent contralateral LNUT, and 2 patients underwent bilateral LNUT. Nine were operated with LNUT combining resection of bladder cuff, 2 with right ureteral cancer underwent open ureterectomy with bladder cuff due to severe adhesions attached to the lesion. The mean surgical duration was 184.2 min (105-305), the mean blood loss was 182.3 ml (20-500), and the mean hospitalization time was 6.7 days (5-9). The mean levels of preoperative and postoperative serum creatinine were 0.99 mg/dl (0.78-1.16) and 1.01 mg/dl (0.89-1.18), respectively. No intraoperative complications occurred. One patient died of multiple metastases at 13 months after LNUT. The mean follow-up of the remaining 10 patients after diagnosis was 21.7 months (3-48). Two patients had recurrent bladder cancer and underwent transurethral resection of the tumor. Eight patients showed no evidence of disease during the follow-up. CONCLUSIONS LNUT is a safe and effective approach with low morbidity in transplant recipients, and this therapy provides less trauma, quicker recovery, and acceptable oncological outcomes.
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- Department of Urology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, 264000, Shandong Province, China
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Ni S, Tao W, Chen Q, Liu L, Jiang H, Hu H, Han R, Wang C. Laparoscopic versus open nephroureterectomy for the treatment of upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma: a systematic review and cumulative analysis of comparative studies. Eur Urol 2012; 61:1142-53. [PMID: 22349569 DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2012.02.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 130] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2011] [Accepted: 02/07/2012] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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CONTEXT Laparoscopic nephroureterectomy (LNU) has increasingly been used as a minimally invasive alternative to open nephroureterectomy (ONU), but studies comparing the efficacy and safety of the two surgical procedures are still limited. OBJECTIVE Evaluate the oncologic and perioperative outcomes of LNU versus ONU in the treatment of upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION A systematic review and cumulative analysis of comparative studies reporting both oncologic and perioperative outcomes of LNU and ONU was performed through a comprehensive search of the Medline, Embase, and the Cochrane Library electronic databases. All analyses were performed using the Review Manager (RevMan) v.5 (Nordic Cochrane Centre, Copenhagen, Denmark) and Meta-analysis In eXcel (MIX) 2.0 Pro (BiostatXL) software packages. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS Twenty-one eligible studies (1235 cases and 3093 controls) were identified. A significantly higher proportion of pTa/Tis was observed in LNU compared to ONU (27.52% vs 22.59%; p = 0.047), but there were no significant differences in other stages and pathologic grades (all p>0.05). For patients who underwent LNU, the 5-yr cancer-specific survival (CSS) rate was significantly higher, at 9% (p = 0.03), compared to those who underwent ONU, while the overall recurrence rate and bladder recurrence rate were notably lower, at 15% (p = 0.01) and 17% (p = 0.02), respectively. However, there were no statistically significant differences in 2-yr CSS, 5-yr recurrence-free survival (RFS), 5-yr overall survival (OS), 2-yr OS, and metastasis rates between LNU and ONU (all p>0.05). Moreover, there were no significant differences between LNU and ONU in terms of intraoperative complications, postoperative complications, and perioperative mortality (all p>0.05). The results of our study were mainly limited by the retrospective design of most of the individual studies included as well as selection biases based on different management of regional lymph nodes and pathologic characteristics. CONCLUSIONS Our data suggest that LNU offers reliable perioperative safety and comparable oncologic efficacy when compared to ONU. Given that some limitations cannot be overcome, well-designed prospective trials are needed to confirm our findings.
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- Shaobin Ni
- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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Rouprêt M, Zigeuner R, Palou J, Boehle A, Kaasinen E, Sylvester R, Babjuk M, Oosterlinck W. European guidelines for the diagnosis and management of upper urinary tract urothelial cell carcinomas: 2011 update. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acuroe.2011.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Rouprêt M, Zigeuner R, Palou J, Boehle A, Kaasinen E, Sylvester R, Babjuk M, Oosterlinck W. [European guidelines for the diagnosis and management of upper urinary tract urothelial cell carcinomas: 2011 update. European Association of Urology Guideline Group for urothelial cell carcinoma of the upper urinary tract]. Actas Urol Esp 2012; 36:2-14. [PMID: 22036956 DOI: 10.1016/j.acuro.2011.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2011] [Accepted: 09/12/2011] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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CONTEXT The European Association of Urology (EAU) Guideline Group for urothelial cell carcinoma of the upper urinary tract (UUT-UCC) has prepared new guidelines to aid clinicians in assessing the current evidence-based management of UUT-UCC and to incorporate present recommendations into daily clinical practice. OBJECTIVE This paper provides a brief overview of the EAU guidelines on UUT-UCC as an aid to clinicians in their daily practice. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION The recommendations provided in the current guidelines are based on a thorough review of available UUT-UCC guidelines and papers identified using a systematic search of Medline. Data on urothelial malignancies and UUT-UCCs in the literature were searched using Medline with the following keywords: urinary tract cancer, urothelial carcinomas, upper urinary tract, carcinoma, transitional cell, renal pelvis, ureter, bladder cancer, chemotherapy, nephroureterectomy, adjuvant treatment, neoadjuvant treatment, recurrence, risk factors, and survival. A panel of experts weighted the references. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS There is a lack of data in the current literature to provide strong recommendations due to the rarity of the disease. A number of recent multicentre studies are now available, whereas earlier publications were based only on limited populations. However, most of these studies have been retrospective analyses. The TNM classification 2009 is recommended. Recommendations are given for diagnosis as well as for radical and conservative treatment; prognostic factors are also discussed. Recommendations are provided for patient follow-up after different therapeutic options. CONCLUSIONS These guidelines contain information for the diagnosis and treatment of individual patients according to a current standardised approach. When determining the optimal treatment regimen, physicians must take into account each individual patient's specific clinical characteristics with regard to renal function including medical comorbidities; tumour location, grade and stage; and molecular marker status.
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Hanna N, Sun M, Trinh QD, Hansen J, Bianchi M, Montorsi F, Shariat SF, Graefen M, Perrotte P, Karakiewicz PI. Propensity-score-matched comparison of perioperative outcomes between open and laparoscopic nephroureterectomy: a national series. Eur Urol 2011; 61:715-21. [PMID: 22209172 DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2011.12.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2011] [Accepted: 12/13/2011] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Nephroureterectomy (NU) represents the primary management for patients with nonmetastatic upper tract urothelial carcinoma (UTUC). Either an open NU (ONU) or a laparoscopic NU (LNU) may be considered. Despite the presence of several reports comparing perioperative and cancer-control outcomes between the two approaches, no reports relied on a population-based cohort. OBJECTIVES Examine intraoperative and postoperative morbidity of ONU and LNU in a population-based cohort. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS We relied on the US Nationwide Inpatient Sample (NIS) to identify patients with nonmetastatic UTUC treated with ONU or LNU between 1998 and 2009. Overall, 7401 (90.8%) and 754 (9.2%) patients underwent ONU and LNU, respectively. To adjust for potential baseline differences between the two groups, propensity-score-based matching was performed. This resulted in 3016 (80%) ONU patients matched to 754 (20%) LNU patients. INTERVENTION All patients underwent NU. MEASUREMENTS The rates of intra- and postoperative complications, blood transfusions, prolonged length of stay (pLOS), and in-hospital mortality were assessed for both procedures. Multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed within the cohort after propensity-score matching. RESULTS AND LIMITATIONS For ONU versus LNU respectively, the following rates were recorded: blood transfusions, 15% versus 10% (p<0.001); intraoperative complications, 4.7% versus 2.1% (p=0.002); postoperative complications, 17% versus 15% (p=0.24); pLOS (≥5 d), 47% versus 28% (p<0.001); in-hospital mortality, 1.3% versus 0.7% (p=0.12). In multivariable logistic regression analyses, LNU patients were less likely to receive a blood transfusion (odds ratio [OR]: 0.6; p<0.001), to experience any intraoperative complications (OR: 0.4; p=0.002), and to have a pLOS (OR: 0.4; p<0.001). Overall, postoperative complications were equivalent. However, LNU patients had fewer respiratory complications (OR: 0.4; p=0.007). This study is limited by its retrospective nature. CONCLUSIONS After adjustment for potential selection biases, LNU is associated with fewer adverse intra- and perioperative outcomes than ONU.
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- Cancer Prognostics and Health Outcomes Unit, University of Montreal Health Center, Montreal, Canada.
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Khoder WY, Tritschler S, Haseke N, Bastian PJ, Stief CG, Becker AJ. Follow-up results of a pure retroperitoneoscopic/extraperitoneal nephroureterectomy for upper tract urothelial tumors. SURGICAL TECHNIQUES DEVELOPMENT 2011. [DOI: 10.4081/std.2011.e33] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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We present the results of a pure retroperitoneoscopic/ extraperitoneal nephroureterectomy (RENU) for upper urinary tract transitional cell cancer (UT-TCC). After establishment of RENU in benign indications (n=21 Patients), 14 patients (age range 51-92 years, mean 71.6) with UT-TCC have undergone the technique in our clinic from October 2005 to October 2008. This paper reports the operative procedure, clinical results and follow up. Total operative time was 110-240 minutes (median 154.5). Average blood loss was 132 mL. Tumor localization in oncology patients was renal pelvis (63.6%), ureter (18.2%) or both (18.2%). Postoperative tumor stages were Ta (n=2), Tis (n=2), T1 (n=3), T2 (n=3) and T3 (n=4) without lymph node involvement. No perioperative complications were observed. Urethral catheters were removed on Day 6-8 post surgery (median Day 7). Recovery to normal life activity ranged from 8 to 30 days (mean 17.8). During the 4-36 month (median 23) follow-up period, there was one mortality due to cancer progression. Four patients had developed superficial bladder cancer disease requiring regular cystoscopic resections. One patient had coincidental Bellini duct renal tumor and developed psoas metastasis after eight months. The 2-year tumor specific survival rate is 91%. The retroperitoneoscopic/ extraperitoneal nephroureterectomy is a lowrisk and minimally invasive procedure to be used whenever nephroureterectomy is indicated. It is an attractive alternative to both laparoscopic and open techniques and adheres to the oncological principles of radical nephroureterectomy. Short-term follow-up data showed no increased risk of tumor recurrence. However, long-term results are needed before this technique can be established as standard UT-TCC therapy.
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Stewart GD, Humphries KJ, Cutress ML, Riddick ACP, McNeill SA, Tolley DA. Long-term comparative outcomes of open versus laparoscopic nephroureterectomy for upper urinary tract urothelial-cell carcinoma after a median follow-up of 13 years*. J Endourol 2011; 25:1329-35. [PMID: 21815793 DOI: 10.1089/end.2011.0223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Open nephroureterectomy (ONU) rather than laparoscopic nephroureterectomy (LNU) is still regarded as the standard of care for extirpative surgical management of upper urinary tract urothelial-cell carcinoma (UUT-UCC). The longest published follow-up of LNU is 7 years. We report outcomes for patients having surgery ≥10 years ago. PATIENTS AND METHODS Consecutive patients with UUT-UCC who were treated with ONU (n=39) or LNU (n=23) between April 1992 to September 2000 were included. Preoperative, tumor, operative and postoperative characteristics, recurrence, and outcomes were collated. Survival was estimated using the Kaplan-Meier method. RESULTS Median follow-up of censored patients was 163 months (13.6 y). Estimated mean overall survival (OS) was 111 months for ONU and 103 months for LNU. Mean progression free survival (PFS) was 175 months for ONU and 143 months for LNU. Probability of PFS at 10 years was 79% for ONU and 76% for LNU and was unchanged at 15 years. There was no significant difference between ONU and LNU in terms of OS (P=0.51, log-rank test), PFS (P=0.70) or cancer-specific survival (CSS; P=0.43). There were no prognostic differences between ONU and LNU after correcting for confounding variables. There was no increase in the probability of a bladder cancer recurrence from 10 to 15 years postoperation. CONCLUSION Long-term follow-up of patients who were operated on more than 10 years ago suggests that LNU has oncologic equivalence to ONU because there were no significant differences in OS, PFS, or CSS between ONU and LNU patients followed for a median of 13 years.
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- Grant D Stewart
- Edinburgh Urological Cancer Group, University of Edinburgh , Department of Urology, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
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Bird VG, Kanagarajah P. Surgical management of upper tract urothelial carcinoma. Indian J Urol 2011; 27:2-9. [PMID: 21716884 PMCID: PMC3114582 DOI: 10.4103/0970-1591.78400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Upper tract urothelial cell carcinoma accounts for 5% of all urothelial tumors. Compared to lower urinary tract tumors, upper tract urothelial carcinoma is diagnosed more frequently at advanced stages. Open radical nephroureterectomy remains the gold standard treatment option for upper tract tumors. However, with the advancement of minimally invasive techniques and the benefits of these procedures regarding perioperative morbidity, cosmesis, and earlier convalescence, these options have shown promise in managing the patients with upper tract urothelial carcinoma. Despite the perioperative advantages, concerns exist on the oncological safety after minimally invasive surgery. In this article, we provide a comprehensive overview of the surgical management of upper tract urothelial carcinoma.
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- Vincent G Bird
- Department of Urology, University of Miami-Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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Ritch CR, Kearns JT, Mues AC, Hruby GW, Benson MC, McKiernan JM, Landman J. Comparison of Distal Ureteral Management Strategies During Laparoscopic Nephroureterectomy. J Endourol 2011; 25:1149-54. [DOI: 10.1089/end.2010.0542] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Chad R. Ritch
- Department of Urology, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Urology, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Urology, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Urology, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Urology, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Urology, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Urology, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, New York
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Benabdallah JO, Hampton LJ, Guruli G, Grob BM. Robot-assisted laparoscopic combined nephroureterectomy and cystoprostatectomy: an initial report and review of the literature. J Robot Surg 2011; 6:159-62. [PMID: 27628280 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-011-0273-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2010] [Accepted: 04/20/2011] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Patients presenting with invasive, high-grade, or recurrent bladder cancer and synchronous upper urinary tract malignancy may be considered for simultaneous nephroureterectomy and radical cystectomy. We present the first known reported case of robot-assisted laparoscopic combined nephroureterectomy and cystoprostatectomy, describing a 62-year-old man with recurrent T1 bladder cancer and concomitant upper urinary tract transitional cell carcinoma. Patient underwent robot-assisted laparoscopic combined nephroureterectomy and radical cystoprostatectomy with extended pelvic lymph node dissection and extracorporeal ileal conduit urinary diversion. Robotic surgery was completed successfully without need for conversion to open procedure. There were no operative or perioperative complications. Blood loss (200 ml) and hospital stay (7 days) were less than prior reported laparoscopic experience with combined surgery. Although indications may be rare, robotic nephroureterectomy with simultaneous radical cystoprostatectomy is a feasible and safe surgical option.
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- Justin O Benabdallah
- Division of Urology, Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems, West Hospital, 7th Floor, 1200 E. Broad St., P.O. Box 980118, Richmond, VA, 23298-0118, USA.
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- Division of Urology, Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems, West Hospital, 7th Floor, 1200 E. Broad St., P.O. Box 980118, Richmond, VA, 23298-0118, USA.,Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, Richmond, VA, USA
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- Division of Urology, Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems, West Hospital, 7th Floor, 1200 E. Broad St., P.O. Box 980118, Richmond, VA, 23298-0118, USA.,Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, Richmond, VA, USA
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- Division of Urology, Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems, West Hospital, 7th Floor, 1200 E. Broad St., P.O. Box 980118, Richmond, VA, 23298-0118, USA.,Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, Richmond, VA, USA
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Rai BP, Shelley M, Coles B, Biyani CS, El-Mokadem I, Nabi G. Surgical management for upper urinary tract transitional cell carcinoma. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2011:CD007349. [PMID: 21491399 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd007349.pub2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Upper tract transitional cell carcinomas (TCC) are uncommon and aggressive tumours. There are a number of surgical approaches to manage this condition including open radical nephroureterectomy and laparoscopic procedures. OBJECTIVES To determine the best surgical management option for upper tract transitional cell carcinoma. SEARCH STRATEGY A sensitive search strategy was developed to identify relevant studies for inclusion in this review. The following databases were searched for randomised trials evaluating surgical approaches to the management of upper tract TCC: Medline EMBASE, the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), CINAHL, British Nursing Index, AMED, LILACS, Web of Science®, Scopus, Biosis, TRIP, Biomed Central, Dissertation Abstracts, and ISI Proceedings. SELECTION CRITERIA The following criteria that were considered for this review.Types of studies - All randomised or quasi-randomised controlled trials comparing the various surgical methods and approaches for the management of localised upper tract transitional cell carcinoma. Types of participants - All adult patients with localised transitional cell carcinoma. Localised disease was defined as limited to the kidney or ureter with no gross regional lymph nodal enlargement on imaging. Types of interventions - Any surgical method or approach for managing localised upper tract transitional cell carcinoma. Types of outcome measures - Overall and cancer-specific survival were primary outcomes. Surgery-related morbidity. Quality of life and health economics outcomes were secondary outcomes. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Two review authors examined the search results independently to identify trials for inclusion. MAIN RESULTS We identified one randomised controlled trial that met our inclusion criteria. The trial showed that the laparoscopic approach had superior peri-operative outcomes compared to open approach. Laparoscopic was superior and statistically significant for blood loss (104 mL (millilitres) versus 430 mL, P < 0.001) and mean time to discharge (2.3 days versus 3.7, P < 0.001). Oncological outcomes (bladder tumour-free survival, metastasis-free survival, cancer-specific survival curves), at a median follow up of 44 months and in organ-confined disease, were comparable for both groups. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS There is no high quality evidence available from adequately controlled trials to determine the best surgical management of upper tract transitional cell carcinoma. However, one small randomised trial and observational data suggests that laparoscopic approach is associated with less blood loss and early recovery from surgery with similar cancer outcomes when compared to open approach.
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- Bhavan Prasad Rai
- Department of Urology, Academic Clinical Practice, Division of Clinical and Population Sciences, University of Dundee, Dundee, UK
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Hara N, Kitamura Y, Saito T, Wakatsuki S, Sakata Y, Komatsubara S. Nephrectomy Plus Endoscopy-Assisted Intussusception Ureterectomy for Patients with Renal Pelvic Cancer: Long-Term Oncologic Outcomes in Comparison with Nephroureterectomy Plus Bladder Cuff Removal. J Endourol 2011; 25:691-7. [DOI: 10.1089/end.2010.0336] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Noboru Hara
- Department of Urology, Niigata Cancer Center Hospital, Niigata, Japan
- Division of Urology, Department of Regenerative and Transplant Medicine, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Niigata Cancer Center Hospital, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Niigata Cancer Center Hospital, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Niigata Cancer Center Hospital, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Niigata Cancer Center Hospital, Niigata, Japan
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Sotelo R, Ramírez D, Carmona O, di Grazia E, de Andrade R, Giedelman C, Pascal Z, Gill I, Desai M. [A novel technique for distal ureterectomy and bladder cuff excision]. Actas Urol Esp 2011; 35:168-74. [PMID: 21354653 DOI: 10.1016/j.acuro.2010.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2010] [Accepted: 09/18/2010] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION We describe a novel endoscopic approach and provide a literature review for the "en bloc" dissection of the distal ureter and bladder cuff during laparoscopic radical nephroureterectomy using a transvesical single port approach under pneumovesicum. MATERIALS AND METHODS The procedure was performed in an 80-year old male with a history of gross hematuria due to left renal pelvic TCC and no history of prior bladder TCC. Laparoscopic radical nephroureterectomy was performed and the ureter was dissected down to the bladder and clipped. A single-port device was inserted transvesically and pneumovesicum established. A full thickness incision of the bladder around the ureter was performed with progressive intravesical mobilization of the distal ureter. Subsequently, a water-tight closure of the bladder defect was achieved. The distal ureter, together with the bladder cuff, was then delivered en bloc laparoscopically with the specimen. RESULTS The operating time (LESS radical nephroureterectomy, RPLND, and bladder cuff excision) was 6hours and 15minutes. The bladder cuff time was 45minutes. There were no intra or postoperative complications and the catheter was removed after 6 days. Histopathological analysis showed kidney-invasive papillary urothelial cancer, pT3 pN0 (0/7) G3. CONCLUSION The distal ureter and bladder cuff techniques have not yet been standardized. Management of the bladder cuff with a single port is feasible. Additional studies are needed to identify the best approach for management of the distal ureter at the time of laparoscopic nephroureterectomy.
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Rouprêt M, Zigeuner R, Palou J, Boehle A, Kaasinen E, Sylvester R, Babjuk M, Oosterlinck W. European guidelines for the diagnosis and management of upper urinary tract urothelial cell carcinomas: 2011 update. Eur Urol 2011; 59:584-94. [PMID: 21269756 DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2010.12.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 295] [Impact Index Per Article: 22.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2010] [Accepted: 12/29/2010] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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CONTEXT The European Association of Urology (EAU) Guideline Group for urothelial cell carcinoma of the upper urinary tract (UUT-UCC) has prepared new guidelines to aid clinicians in assessing the current evidence-based management of UUT-UCC and to incorporate present recommendations into daily clinical practice. OBJECTIVE This paper provides a brief overview of the EAU guidelines on UUT-UCC as an aid to clinicians in their daily practice. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION The recommendations provided in the current guidelines are based on a thorough review of available UUT-UCC guidelines and papers identified using a systematic search of Medline. Data on urothelial malignancies and UUT-UCCs in the literature were searched using Medline with the following keywords: urinary tract cancer, urothelial carcinomas, upper urinary tract, carcinoma, transitional cell, renal pelvis, ureter, bladder cancer, chemotherapy, nephroureterectomy, adjuvant treatment, neoadjuvant treatment, recurrence, risk factors, and survival. A panel of experts weighted the references. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS There is a lack of data in the current literature to provide strong recommendations due to the rarity of the disease. A number of recent multicentre studies are now available, whereas earlier publications were based only on limited populations. However, most of these studies have been retrospective analyses. The TNM classification 2009 is recommended. Recommendations are given for diagnosis as well as for radical and conservative treatment; prognostic factors are also discussed. Recommendations are provided for patient follow-up after different therapeutic options. CONCLUSIONS These guidelines contain information for the diagnosis and treatment of individual patients according to a current standardised approach. When determining the optimal treatment regimen, physicians must take into account each individual patient's specific clinical characteristics with regard to renal function including medical comorbidities; tumour location, grade and stage; and molecular marker status.
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- Morgan Rouprêt
- Department of Urology, Pitié-Salpétrière Hospital, GHU Est, Assistance-Publique Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France.
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Seo IY, Hong HM, Kang IS, Lee JW, Rim JS. Early experience of laparoendoscopic single-site nephroureterectomy for upper urinary tract tumors. Korean J Urol 2010; 51:472-6. [PMID: 20664780 PMCID: PMC2907496 DOI: 10.4111/kju.2010.51.7.472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2010] [Accepted: 07/01/2010] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Purpose We evaluated the feasibility of a laparoendoscopic single-site (LESS) nephroureterectomy for an upper urinary tract tumor. Materials and Methods Between March 2009 and September 2009, 4 patients with upper urinary tract tumors underwent LESS nephroureterectomy. The mean age of the 2 female and 2 male patients was 69 years old, and their mean body mass index was 23.0. We used a homemade single-port device made with a surgical glove and a wound retractor, which were put into a 4 cm periumbilical incision. Operations with articulating and rigid laparoscopic instruments were performed transperitoneally. An open technique with a 4 cm additional midline incision and laparoscopic technique with an endoscopic stapler were used for the treatment of the distal ureter and bladder cuff. Results All cases were completed successfully, without conversion to conventional laparoscopy or open surgery. The mean operative time was 169.5 minutes. The mean estimated blood loss was 361.4 ml. One patient had transfusion and wound infection. The mean hospital stay was 7.8 days. The mean specimen weight and tumor size were 271.8 g and 2.9 cm. Pathologic results of all cases showed urothelial carcinoma with a negative surgical margin. Three patients were in stage T3N0M0 and 1 was in stage T2N0M0. Conclusions Our initial experience shows that LESS nephroureterectomy with a homemade single-port device is technically feasible. However, long term follow-up for the effect on cancer control and technical development for comfortable surgery are needed.
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- Ill Young Seo
- Department of Urology, Wonkwang University School of Medicine, Iksan, Korea
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Rouprêt M, Wallerand H, Traxer O, Roy C, Mazerolles C, Saint F, Quintens H, Amsellem-Ouazana D, Bernardini S, Guy L, Soulié M, Pfister C. Bilan et prise en charge d’une tumeur de la voie excrétrice urinaire supérieure en 2010 : mise au point du comité de cancérologie de l’Association francaise d’urologie. Prog Urol 2010; 20:260-71. [DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2010.01.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2010] [Revised: 01/22/2010] [Accepted: 01/25/2010] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Bagley DH, Grasso M. Ureteroscopic laser treatment of upper urinary tract neoplasms. World J Urol 2010; 28:143-9. [PMID: 20229233 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-010-0525-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2010] [Accepted: 02/18/2010] [Indexed: 01/29/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Endoscopic management of upper urinary tract transitional cell carcinoma has assumed an important role in diagnosis and treatment. The introduction of small diameter rigid and flexible ureteroscopes has permitted access to the upper tract. Biopsy techniques have been developed for accurate diagnosis, and the addition of lasers has given the urologists an excellent tool for treatment. METHODS Medical literature available relative to the endoscopic laser treatment of upper tract neoplasms has been reviewed. RESULTS Ureteroscopic treatment has been characterized by good success with high recurrence rates, both in the upper tract and in the bladder. Bladder recurrence rates are similar to those seen after surgical treatment of upper tract tumors. Surveillance has been ureteroscopic since the other diagnostic options are inadequate. The holmium and neodymium:YAG lasers are the devices most commonly used now for the endoscopic treatment of upper tract tumors. CONCLUSION Ureteroscopic treatment of upper tract neoplasms usually with ablation and resection using the neodymium and holmium:YAG lasers is a current acceptable procedure. This should be considered as one of the options in tumor treatment.
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- Demetrius H Bagley
- Department of Urology, Thomas Jefferson University, 1025 Walnut Street, Room 1108, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA.
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Ghazi A, Shefler A, Gruell M, Zimmermann R, Janetschek G. A Novel Approach for a Complete Laparoscopic Nephroureterectomy with Bladder Cuff Excision. J Endourol 2010; 24:415-9. [PMID: 20210656 DOI: 10.1089/end.2009.0189] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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- Ahmed Ghazi
- Urology Department, Krankenhaus Elisabethinen, Linz, Austria
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- Urology Department, Krankenhaus Elisabethinen, Linz, Austria
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Zlotta AR. Should urologists always perform a bladder cuff resection during nephroureterectomy, and which method should they use? Eur Urol 2010; 57:970-2. [PMID: 20149521 DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2010.01.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2010] [Accepted: 01/26/2010] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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A Comparison of Postoperative Complications in Open versus Robotic Cystectomy. Eur Urol 2010; 57:274-81. [PMID: 19560255 DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2009.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 242] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2009] [Accepted: 06/02/2009] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Alonso y Gregorio S, Sánchez S, Monasterio S, Girón M, Rando A, Tabernero Á, Hidalgo L, Cisneros J, de la Peña J. Abordaje del uréter distal en la nefroureterectomía laparoscópica. Actas Urol Esp 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/s0210-4806(10)70034-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Rassweiler J. Editorial comment. Urology 2010; 75:192-3; author reply 193. [PMID: 20109719 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2009.07.1280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2009] [Revised: 07/21/2009] [Accepted: 07/21/2009] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Li WM, Shen JT, Li CC, Ke HL, Wei YC, Wu WJ, Chou YH, Huang CH. Oncologic outcomes following three different approaches to the distal ureter and bladder cuff in nephroureterectomy for primary upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma. Eur Urol 2010; 57:963-9. [PMID: 20079965 DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2009.12.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 123] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2009] [Accepted: 12/25/2009] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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BACKGROUND There is a lack of consensus regarding the prognostic significance of different approaches to the bladder cuff at surgery for primary upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma (UUT-UC). OBJECTIVES To compare the oncologic outcomes following radical nephroureterectomy using three different methods of managing the bladder cuff. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS From January 1990 to December 2007, 414 patients with primary UUT-UC underwent radical nephroureterectomy at our institution. Of these, 301 were included in our study. INTERVENTION Three methods of bladder cuff excision-intravesical incision, extravesical incision, and transurethral incision (TUI)-were performed. MEASUREMENTS Patients' medical records were reviewed retrospectively. The clinicopathologic data and oncologic outcomes were compared among groups. RESULTS AND LIMITATIONS Of the 301 patients, 81 (26.9%) underwent the intravesical method, 129 (42.9%) underwent the extravesical technique, and 91 (30.2%) underwent TUI. There were no differences in clinical and histopathologic data among the three groups. When comparing the intravesical, extravesical, and TUI techniques, bladder recurrence developed in, respectively, 23.5%, 24.0%, and 17.6% cases (p=0.485); local retroperitoneal recurrence in 7.4%, 7.8%, and 5.5% (p=0.798); contralateral recurrence in 4.9%, 3.9%, and 2.2% (p=0.632); and distant metastasis in 7.4%, 10.4%, and 5.5% (p=0.564). There were no differences in recurrence-free and cancer-specific survival among the three groups (p=0.680 and 0.502, respectively). CONCLUSIONS The three techniques had comparable oncologic outcomes. Our data validate the TUI method of bladder cuff control in patients with primary UUT-UC without coexistent bladder tumors.
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- Wei-Ming Li
- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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Mueller TJ, DaJusta DG, Cha DY, Kim IY, Ankem MK. Ureteral Fibrin Sealant Injection of the Distal Ureter During Laparoscopic Nephroureterectomy—A Novel and Simple Modification of the Pluck Technique. Urology 2010; 75:187-92. [PMID: 19913884 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2009.06.101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2009] [Revised: 06/05/2009] [Accepted: 06/13/2009] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Thomas J Mueller
- Division of Urology, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 1 Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08903, USA.
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Aguilera A, Pérez-Utrilla M, Giron M, Cansino R, Gil A, de la Peña J. Nefroureterectomía abierta y laparoscópica en tumores uroteliales del tracto urinario superior: experiencia inicial. Actas Urol Esp 2009; 33:1078-82. [DOI: 10.1016/s0210-4806(09)73184-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Cai G, Liu X, Wu B. Treatment of upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma. Surg Oncol 2009; 20:43-55. [PMID: 19854042 DOI: 10.1016/j.suronc.2009.10.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2009] [Revised: 09/28/2009] [Accepted: 10/02/2009] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma (UUTUC) is relatively rare, occurring in only 5% of all urothelial cancers. It has not been as extensively studied and reviewed as carcinoma of the bladder. UUTUC has a propensity for multifocality, local recurrence, and development of metastases, which argues for an aggressive treatment approach. Open radical nephroureterectomy (ORNU) with removal of an ipsilateral bladder cuff still remains the gold standard treatment for patients with UUTUC and a normal contralateral kidney, which, however, is being challenged by minimally invasive approaches, such as endoscopic and laparoscopic approaches. They are rapidly evolving as reasonable alternatives of care depending on grade and stage of disease. Adjuvant therapy seems to be safe, although its efficacy is debatable. Immunotherapy appears to be most effective in patients with upper-tract carcinoma in situ. Chemotherapy and radiotherapy also show some improvement in recurrence rates, but there have been no randomized, prospective trials. Gene and molecular-targeted therapy is expected. Several controversies remain in our management, including a selection of endoscopic versus laparoscopic approaches, management strategies on the distal ureter, the role of lymphadenectomy, and the value of immunotherapy, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and genetics and molecular markers in UUTUC. Aims of this paper are to critically review the treatment of UUTUC.
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- Guiyang Cai
- Department of Urology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang 110004, People's Republic of China
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Azémar MD, Comperat E, Richard F, Cussenot O, Rouprêt M. Bladder recurrence after surgery for upper urinary tract urothelial cell carcinoma: frequency, risk factors, and surveillance. Urol Oncol 2009; 29:130-6. [PMID: 19762256 DOI: 10.1016/j.urolonc.2009.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 119] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2009] [Revised: 06/10/2009] [Accepted: 06/11/2009] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To highlight the main risk factors for metachronous bladder recurrence after treatment of an upper urinary tract urothelial cell carcinomas (UUT-UCCs) based on the recent literature. MATERIALS AND METHODS Data on urothelial malignancies after UUT-UCCs management in the literature were searched using MEDLINE and by matching the following key words: urinary tract cancer; bladder carcinomas, urothelial carcinomas, upper urinary tract, renal pelvis, ureter prognosis, carcinoma, transitional cell, renal pelvis, ureter, bladder cancer, cystectomy, nephroureterectomy, minimally invasive surgery, recurrence, and survival. RESULTS No evidence level 1 information from prospective randomized trials was available. A range of 15% to 50% of patients with a UUT-UCC will subsequently develop a metachronous bladder UCC. Intraluminal tumor seeding and pan-urothelial field change effect have both been proposed to explain intravesical recurrences. In most cases, bladder cancer arises in the first 2 years after UUT-UCC management. However the risk is lifelong and repeat episodes are common. The identification of variables that allow accurate risk stratification of UUT-UCC patients with regards to future bladder relapse is disappointing. No factors have been identified to date that can reliably predict bladder recurrences. A history of bladder cancer prior to UUT-UCC management and upper tract tumor multifocality are the only frequently reported clinical risk factors among current literature. CONCLUSION Prior histories of bladder cancer and upper tract tumor multifocality are the most frequently reported risk factors for bladder tumors following UUT-UCCs. Surveillance regimen is based on cystoscopy and on urinary cytology for at least 5 years.
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- Marie-Dominique Azémar
- Department of Urology, Pitié-Salpêtrière and Tenon Hospitals, GHU Est, AP-HP, Faculté de Médecine Pierre et Marie Curie, University Paris VI, Paris, France
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Tai HC, Lai MK, Chung SD, Huang KH, Chueh SC, Yu HJ. Intermediate-term oncological outcomes of hand-assisted laparoscopic versus open bilateral nephroureterectomy for dialysis and kidney transplant patients with upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma. J Endourol 2009; 23:1139-44. [PMID: 19530901 DOI: 10.1089/end.2008.0162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To compare the outcomes of hand-assisted laparoscopic bilateral nephroureterectomy (HALBNU) for dialysis and kidney transplant patients with clinically localized upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma (UUT-UC) with those achieved by open bilateral nephroureterectomy (OBNU). MATERIALS AND METHODS Between 1995 and 2006, 49 patients under dialysis or after kidney transplantation underwent simultaneous bilateral nephroureterectomy for clinically presumed localized UUT-UC at our institute. Of those, 33 underwent HALBNU and 16 received conventional open surgery. Perioperative and pathological data and oncological outcomes were collected by chart review. Bladder recurrence, metastasis, and cancer-specific and overall survival were analyzed and compared between both groups. RESULTS The median follow-up for HALBNU and OBNU group was 35 and 46 months, respectively. Totally, 40 patients were identified to have pathologically confirmed urothelial carcinoma of upper urinary tract. HALBNU group was associated with less blood loss, earlier bowel recovery, less narcotic use, shorter hospital stay, and earlier convalescence. The operative time and complication rate were comparable between the two groups. There was no open conversion in the HALBNU group. The two groups were similar in regard to bladder recurrence rate. The overall, cancer-specific, and bladder-recurrence-free survival were also equivalent between the HALBNU and OBNU group (all p > 0.05). CONCLUSION In dialysis and kidney transplant patients with localized UUT-UC, simultaneous bilateral nephroureterectomy with hand-assisted laparoscopic approach offered less perioperative morbidity and, most importantly, comparable intermediate-term oncological and survival results when compared with its open counterpart. A longer follow-up is required to demonstrate the oncological efficacy of this minimally invasive procedure.
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- Huai-Ching Tai
- Department of Urology, National Taiwan University Hospital, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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Simone G, Papalia R, Guaglianone S, Ferriero M, Leonardo C, Forastiere E, Gallucci M. Laparoscopic versus open nephroureterectomy: perioperative and oncologic outcomes from a randomised prospective study. Eur Urol 2009; 56:520-6. [PMID: 19560259 DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2009.06.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 166] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2009] [Accepted: 06/09/2009] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic nephroureterectomy (LNU) is increasingly being used instead of open nephroureterectomy (ONU) for the treatment of urothelial carcinoma (UC) of the upper urinary tract (UUT), but the evidence of equal oncologic effectiveness is still lacking. OBJECTIVE To present perioperative and oncologic results from a prospective randomised study comparing ONU and LNU. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS Eighty patients with nonmetastatic UUT UC and without previous history of UC were enrolled. Of those, 40 patients (group A) randomly received ONU and 40 patients (group B) randomly received LNU. INTERVENTIONS ONU was performed through a flank incision with a lower quadrant incision to allow excision of a bladder cuff. Transperitoneal LNU was performed with a four-trocar technique, and bladder cuff was detached with a 10-mm LigaSure device. MEASUREMENTS Perioperative data were compared with the student t test. Bladder tumour-free survival (BTFS), metastasis-free survival (MFS), and cancer-specific survival (CSS) curves for both groups were compared with the log-rank test before and after stratifying patients for pT category and tumour grade. RESULTS AND LIMITATIONS Operative times were comparable, while mean blood loss and mean time to discharge were significantly lower in group B (both p values <0.001). At a median follow-up of 44 mo, BTFS, CSS, and MFS were not significantly different between the two groups (log rank test; BTFS: p=0.86; CSS: p=0.2; MFS: p=0.124). When matched for pT3 and high-grade tumours, CSS and MFS were significantly different between the two groups in favour of ONU (p=0.039 and p=0.004, respectively, for pT3 tumours; p=0.078 and p=0.014, respectively, for high-grade tumours). The limitations of our study include the small sample size, the single-centre experience, the personal choice of laparoscopic technique, and not performing lymphadenectomies. Perioperative data and preliminary oncologic results were presented at 22nd Congress of the European Association of Urology, Berlin, Germany. CONCLUSIONS In patients with organ-confined UUT UCs, LNU has the advantages of minimal invasiveness and oncologic outcomes comparable to those of ONU, while its effectiveness in patients with advanced stage diseases remains to be proven.
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- Giuseppe Simone
- Regina Elena National Cancer Institute, Department of Urology, Rome, Italy.
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Kamihira O, Hattori R, Yamaguchi A, Kawa G, Ogawa O, Habuchi T, Kawauchi A, Uozumi J, Yokoi S, Tsujihata M, Hasui Y, Miyakoda K, Tada H, Ono Y, Naito S. Laparoscopic Radical Nephroureterectomy: A Multicenter Analysis in Japan. Eur Urol 2009; 55:1397-407. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2009.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2008] [Accepted: 03/02/2009] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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LAPAROSCOPIC COMPLETE URINARY TRACT EXENTERATION WITH THE SPECIMEN WITHDRAWN TRANSVAGINALLY. BJU Int 2009; 103:1584; author reply 1584-5. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1464-410x.2009.08631_1.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Tanaka M, Ono Y, Matsuda T, Terachi T, Suzuki K, Baba S, Hara I, Hirao Y. Guidelines for urological laparoscopic surgery. Int J Urol 2009; 16:115-25. [PMID: 19228223 DOI: 10.1111/j.1442-2042.2008.02218.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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- Masatoshi Tanaka
- Department of Urology, Fukuoka University Faculty of Medicine, Fukuoka, Japan. ~u.ac.jp
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[Primary upper urinary tract tumors and subsequent location in the bladder]. Prog Urol 2009; 19:583-8. [PMID: 19800544 DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2009.03.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2009] [Accepted: 03/30/2009] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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The urothelium is the epithelium that lines the upper and lower urinary tract. Over 95% of urothelial carcinomas are derived from urothelium. They can be located in the lower tract (bladder, urethra) or upper tract (pyelocaliceal cavities, ureter). Urothelial carcinomas are the fourth most common tumours after prostate (or breast) cancer, lung cancer and colorectal cancer. On one hand, bladder tumours account for 90-95% of urothelial carcinomas. It is the most common malignancy of the urinary tract and the second most common malignancy of the urogenital tract after prostate cancer. It accounts for 5-10% of all cancers diagnosed each year in Europe. On the other hand, upper urinary tract urothelial cell carcinomas (UUT-UCC) are scarce and account for only 5-10% of urothelial carcinomas. Recurrence in the bladder after primary UUT-UCC occurs in 15-50% of UUT-UCC. Differences in treatment modalities of the primary UUT-UCC do not play a key role in the subsequent appearance of a bladder recurrence. However, others factors have been described such as stage and location in the upper tract of the primary tumour or upper tract tumour multifocality. Previous history of bladder tumour is also associated with the risk that another tumour arises in the bladder subsequently. However, it becomes difficult to distinguish between natural history of bladder tumour and evolution of UUT-UCC in these cases. In most cases, bladder cancer occurs in the first two years after UUT-UCC management. Surveillance protocol is based on cystoscopy and on urinary cytology during at least every three months for two years. Current surveillance regimen have a low level of evidence considering the paucity of UUT-UCC.
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Chung SD, Chen SC, Wang SM, Chueh SC, Lai MK, Huang CY, Pu YS, Huang KH, Yu HJ. Long-term outcome of hand-assisted laparoscopic nephroureterectomy for pathologic T3 upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma. J Endourol 2009; 23:75-80. [PMID: 19178172 DOI: 10.1089/end.2008.0267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To determine the feasibility and long-term outcomes of hand-assisted laparoscopic nephroureterectomy (HALNU) compared with open nephroureterectomy (ONU) in the management of pT(3)N0 upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma (UUT-UC). PATIENTS AND METHODS Between January 1994 and December 2005, 21 patients who underwent HALNU for stage pT(3)N0 UTT-UC were matched and compared with 31 patients who underwent ONU. The oncologic out-comes, including bladder recurrence, recurrence-free survival, cancer-specific survival, and overall survival, were statistically analyzed. RESULTS The median follow-up period in the HALNU group was 72 months (range 33-111 months) and 115 months in the ONU group (range 24-161 months). Patient age, sex, body mass index, tumor size, specimen weight, and American Society of Anesthesiologists classification showed no significant difference between the two groups. The HALNU group had statistically less blood loss than the ONU group (113 mL versus 487 mL; P = 0.02). The average hospital stay and doses of narcotic analgesics were significantly less in the HALNU group than the ONU group. The complication and bladder recurrence rates were similar between the two groups. The 5-year recurrence-free survival, cancer-specific survival, and overall survival were also comparable in both groups. CONCLUSIONS HALNU is a safe and efficacious procedure with comparable long-term oncologic outcomes in comparison with ONU in treating patients with locally advanced pT(3)N0UUT-UC.
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- Shiu-Dong Chung
- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Far-Eastern Memorial Hospital, Ban Ciao, Taipei, Taiwan
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Greco F, Wagner S, Hoda RM, Hamza A, Fornara P. Laparoscopic vs open radical nephroureterectomy for upper urinary tract urothelial cancer: oncological outcomes and 5-year follow-up. BJU Int 2009; 104:1274-8. [PMID: 19388984 DOI: 10.1111/j.1464-410x.2009.08594.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To compare the oncological outcomes of laparoscopic radical nephroureterectomy (LNU) vs open NU (ONU) for upper urinary tract transitional cell carcinoma (TCC). PATIENTS AND METHODS Between July 1999 and January 2003, we performed 70 LNUs and 70 ONUs for TCC of the upper urinary tract. ONU was reserved for patients with previous abdominal surgery or with severe cardiac and/or pulmonary problems. Demographic data, tumour staging and histological grading and rates of metastasis were recorded and compared. RESULTS For LNU and ONU the mean operative durations were 240 min and 190 min, respectively. The definitive pathology showed a high incidence of tumour stage pT2 G2 in both LNU and ONU groups. The median follow-up was 60 months. In the LNU group, the 5-year disease-free survival (DFS) was 75%: 100% for pTa, 88% for pT1, 78% for pT2, and 35% for pT3 (P < 0.001). In the ONU group, the 5-year DFS was 73% (LNU vs ONU, P = 0.037): 100% for pTa, 89% for pT1, 75% for pT2 and 31% for pT3 (P < 0.001). CONCLUSION The results of our long-term controlled study support the use of LNU as an effective alternative to ONU in the therapy of upper urinary tract urothelial cancer.
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- Francesco Greco
- Department of Urology and Kidney Transplantation, Martin-Luther University, Halle/Saale, Germany.
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Liatsikos E, Kallidonis P. Laparoscopic or open nephroureterectomy: which is the more efficient way to go? Eur Urol 2009; 56:10-2; discussion 10-2. [PMID: 19395153 DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2009.04.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2009] [Accepted: 04/07/2009] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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