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Soputro N, Dias BH, Khochikar M, Corcoran N, Agarwal D. A Historical Perspective of The Evolution of Laparoscopic Surgeries in Urology. J Endourol 2022; 36:1277-1284. [PMID: 35713272 DOI: 10.1089/end.2022.0194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Recent decades have seen the rapid progression of minimally invasive surgery in urology with continuing developments in robotic technology paving ways into a new era. In addition to these technological innovations, interests from urologists in developing and embracing new techniques have become a forefront in the ongoing evolution of the field allowing for improvement intraoperative experience as well as morbidity and mortality outcomes. This article aims to provide an overview of the historical development of laparoscopic surgery in urology whilst also providing a brief look into its future.
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- Nicolas Soputro
- Western Health, 95317, Urology, 160 Gordon Street, Footscray, Victoria, Australia, 3011.,Austin Health, 3805, Surgery, 162 Studley Road, Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia, 3084;
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- Western Health, 95317, Urology, Footscray, Victoria, Australia.,The University of Melbourne Faculty of Medicine Dentistry and Health Sciences, 85084, Department of Surgery, Parkville, Victoria, Australia;
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- Siddhi Vinayak Ganapati Cancer Hospital, Uro Oncology, Siddhi Vinayak Ganapati Cancer Hospital, Miraj, Miraj, ---Select a State---, India, 416410;
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- University of Melbourne, Surgery, 5th Floor Clinical Sciences Building, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Parkville, Victoria, Australia, 3052;
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- Royal Melbourne Hospital, 90134, Urology, 300 Grattan Street, Parkville Victoria 3050, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3050.,Epworth Hospital, 72536, Richmond, Victoria, Australia.,Western Health, 95317, Footscray, Victoria, Australia;
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Li W, Dong H, Chen P, Su C, Wang C, Li Y, Li Y, Chen J, Luo Y. Surgical management of vesicoureteral junction obstruction (VUJO) in children: A comparative study between transvesicoscopic Cohen reimplantation and transumbilical laparoendoscopic single-site (TU-LESS) Lich-Gregoir techniques. J Endourol 2022; 36:1043-1049. [PMID: 35323047 DOI: 10.1089/end.2021.0309] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND There are many reports on the application of minimally invasive technology in the correction of children's VUJO, but there is no report on the treatment of children's VUJO by the TU-LESS Lich-Gregoir method. We aimed to comparatively analyze the therapeutic outcomes of transvesicoscopic ureteral reimplantation Cohen procedure (TUR-C) and TU-LESS surgery Lich-Gregoir procedure (TU-LESS-LG) in pediatric VUJO. METHODS The data of 49 children with VUJO admitted from January 2016 to January 2020 were retrospectively analyzed. Based on different surgical methods, they were divided into the TUR-C group (23 cases) and the TU-LESS-LG group (26 cases). The demographic characteristics, perioperative characteristics, postoperative complications, the recovery of renal function, and the improvement of hydronephrosis were compared between the two groups. RESULTS There were no statistical differences in demographic characteristics and preoperative data between the two groups. The TU-LESS-LG group was superior to the TUR-C in terms of average operation time and postoperative hospital stay. There was no statistical difference between the two groups in terms of postoperative complications, postoperative recovery of renal function, and improvement of hydronephrosis. CONCLUSION The two surgical methods can achieve a similar curative effect in the treatment of VUJO. The TU-LESS-LG has more advantages in operation time, postoperative hospital stays, the wider age selection range of cases, megaureter tapering, and cosmetic incision, but the operation is more difficult.
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- Wei Li
- Guangxi Medical University First Affiliated Hospital, 117742, pediatric surgery, 6 Shuangyong Road, Nanning, guangxi, China, 530021;
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Kruppa C, Fitze G, Schuchardt K. Vesicoscopic Cross-Trigonal Ureteral Reimplantation for Vesicoureteral Reflux: Intermediate Results. CHILDREN 2022; 9:children9020298. [PMID: 35205018 PMCID: PMC8870710 DOI: 10.3390/children9020298] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2022] [Revised: 02/17/2022] [Accepted: 02/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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For the treatment of vesicoureteral reflux, the introduction of vesicoscopic procedures offers new perspectives for improving patient comfort and quality. Our aim was to examine whether minimally invasive vesicoscopic cross-trigonal ureteral reimplantation (VCUR) would meet expectations. Between 2012 and 2021, 99 girls and 35 boys with high-grade vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) underwent VCUR. For two boys, we failed to establish the pneumovesicum, leading to conversion to open surgery. The mean age was 4.5 years, ranging from 10 months to 18 years. VCUR was successfully performed in 132 patients, including 75 patients with bilateral VUR and 12 children with double ureters with unilateral or bilateral VUR, corresponding to a total of 229 operated ureters. The mean time of operation was 151 min for all patients. There were no perioperative complications, with the exception of three cases of pneumoperitoneum without consequences. Postoperatively, we recognized three cases of acute hydronephrosis, two of them required transient drainage. Three patients developed extravasation of urine after the postoperative removal of the transurethral catheter, rapidly resolved by new drainage. In two patients, we combined VCUR with laparoscopic heminephrectomy and opposite laparoscopic nephrectomy, respectively. Overall, mean postoperative hospital stay was 4.2 days. We observed recurrent VUR in seven ureters, resulting in a success rate for VCUR of 96.9%. These results demonstrate the feasibility of VCUR and its potential to displace open surgery with high safety and wide applicability.
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Zhu X, Wang J, Zhu H, Huang L, Chen C, Wang L, Dong J, Ge Z, Ma G, Guo Y, Huang S. Lich-Gregoir vesico-ureteral reimplantation for duplex kidney anomalies in the pediatric population: a retrospective cohort study between laparoscopic and open surgery. Transl Pediatr 2021; 10:26-32. [PMID: 33633934 PMCID: PMC7882287 DOI: 10.21037/tp-20-163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The aim of the study is to compare the Lich-Gregoir vesico-ureteral reimplantation in laparoscopy and open surgery. METHODS In this case control study, we enrolled pediatric patients who were diagnosed with unilateral duplex kidney and had underwent surgical treatment. The surgical treatments were either conventional open surgery or laparoscopic surgery. We collected the basic demographic data and extracted the operative-related statistics such as operation time, blood loss, length of hospital stay, pain level, and post-operative complications. The two groups were compared using Student's t-test. RESULTS A total of 90 subjects were enrolled. Of the enrolled subjects, 35 underwent open surgery and 55 underwent laparoscopic surgery. There were no observable difference in the basic demographics between two groups (P>0.05). The duration of operation in laparoscopic surgery group was significantly shorter than in the open surgery group (95.60±5.25 vs. 108.70±3.12 min, P=0.040). It was also noted that the amount of blood loss, length of hospital stay, drainage level, and the mean visual analog scale in laparoscopic group were significantly lower (P<0.05). The total incidence of complications in the laparoscopic and open surgery groups were 16.36% and 37.14%, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Laparoscopic Lich-Gregoir vesico-ureteral reimplantation surgery management can be successful, clinically effective, and safe for pediatric population with functional duplex kidneys, and is better than the open surgery techniques.
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- Xiaojiang Zhu
- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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Minimally invasive techniques have gained popularity in pediatric surgery. Among these, is the robotic approach for ureteral reimplantation in children with vesico-ureteral reflux. We describe main indications of this surgery, our surgical technique as well as trouble shooting of anatomical variants and the post-operative management. We also provide a description of other techniques described in the literature and a brief review of outcomes of published series.
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- Niccolo Passoni
- Pediatric Urology, Children's Health Texas, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, USA
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- Pediatric Urology, Children's Health Texas, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, USA
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Gander R, Asensio M, Royo GF, López M. Laparoscopic extravesical ureteral reimplantation for correction of primary and secondary megaureters: Preliminary report of a new simplified technique. J Pediatr Surg 2020; 55:564-569. [PMID: 31326110 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2019.05.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2019] [Revised: 05/07/2019] [Accepted: 05/31/2019] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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PURPOSE To describe a simplified surgical technique for the treatment of primary and secondary obstructed megaureters in children by laparoscopic extravesical ureteral reimplantation (LEUR) and evaluate the short-term outcomes. METHODS Prospective study of children with primary and secondary megaureters treated at our institution between 2016 and 2018 by LEUR. A transperitoneal approach was used in all cases. The distal ureter was transected at the level of the stenosis. Detrusor muscle fibers were divided to expose bladder mucosa. The distal ureter was introduced into the bladder to create a valve-like mechanism. The ureter was fixed to the bladder mucosa by four stitches. We analyzed indications for surgery, complications and outcomes. Definition of success was relieved of obstruction and absence of VUR. RESULTS Six patients with a mean age of 28.83 months (SD: 21.4) underwent LEUR. Indications for surgery were: infection [2], obstruction [2], decrease in renal differential function [1] and increase in hydronephrosis [1]. There were no intraoperative complications. Resolution of hydronephrosis, obstruction and VUR was achieved in all cases. Mean follow-up was 13 months (SD: 6.67). CONCLUSION LEUR for the correction of primary and secondary megaureters by this new technique is safe. The most important advantage is that this technique is simpler and more easily reproducible than conventional LEUR. However, long-term follow-up is required. TYPE OF STUDY Prospective, observational. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III.
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- Romy Gander
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Pediatric Urology and Renal Transplant Unit, University Hospital Vall d'Hebron, Passeig de la Vall d'Hebrón 119-129, 08035 Barcelona, Spain.
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Pediatric Urology and Renal Transplant Unit, University Hospital Vall d'Hebron, Passeig de la Vall d'Hebrón 119-129, 08035 Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Pediatric Urology and Renal Transplant Unit, University Hospital Vall d'Hebron, Passeig de la Vall d'Hebrón 119-129, 08035 Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, University Hospital Vall d'Hebron, Hospital Vall d'Hebron, Passeig de la Vall d'Hebrón 119-129, 08035 Barcelona, Spain; Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona, Hospital Vall d'Hebron, Passeig de la Vall d'Hebrón 119-129, 08035, Barcelona, Spain
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Robot-assisted laparoscopic versus open ureteral reimplantation for pediatric vesicoureteral reflux: a systematic review and meta-analysis. World J Urol 2018; 36:819-828. [PMID: 29374841 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-018-2194-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2017] [Accepted: 01/19/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To compare the efficacy and safety of robot-assisted laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation (RALUR) and open ureteral reimplantation (OUR) in treating primary pediatric vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) based on published literature. METHODS A comprehensive literature search of PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, CBM, CNKI and VIP databases was conducted to identify studies comparing the outcomes of RALUR with OUR for treating primary pediatric VUR. The last search was in January 2017. Summarized mean differences (MDs) or odds ratios (ORs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were used to assess the differences in outcomes between RALUR and OUR. RESULTS A total of six studies containing 7122 children with primary VUR were included in this analysis. Significantly longer operation time was needed for RALUR than OUR (MD 66.69 min, 95% CI 41.71-91.67, P < 0.00001), while the RALUR group had significantly fewer days of hospital stay (MD - 17.80 h, 95% CI - 21.18 to - 14.42, P < 0.00001) and postoperative Foley placement (MD - 0.32 days, 95% CI - 0.57 to - 0.07, P = 0.01). No significant differences were found in estimated blood loss during operation, success rate, complications, and postoperative analgesia usage between the two groups. In subgroup analyses, a significantly higher rate of short-term postoperative complications in RALUR was found compared with OUR (OR 3.17, 95% CI 1.72-5.85, P = 0.0002). CONCLUSIONS Our study indicates that compared with OUR, RALUR is also an effective surgical approach for primary pediatric VUR and could help patients return to society more quickly; however, short-term postoperative complications of RALUR should be considered cautiously.
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Bustangi N, Kallas Chemaly A, Scalabre A, Khelif K, Luyckx S, Steyaert H, Varlet F, Lopez M. Extravesical Ureteral Reimplantation Following Lich-Gregoir Technique for the Correction of Vesico-Ureteral Reflux Retrospective Comparative Study Open vs. Laparoscopy. Front Pediatr 2018; 6:388. [PMID: 30619786 PMCID: PMC6305429 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2018.00388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2018] [Accepted: 11/26/2018] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Introduction: The aim is to compare the outcome of open versus laparoscopic Lich-Gregoir technique in patients with vesicoureteral reflux. We report a retrospective multicenter comparative study between open and laparoscopic extra-vesical ureteral reimplantation (EVUR) following Lich-Gregoir (LG) technique for the correction of Vesico-Ureteral Reflux (VUR). Materials and Methods: Between January 2007 and December 2015, 96 patients with VUR (69 females and 27 males) and deterioration of the renal function, underwent EVUR following LG technique. Fifty patients (16 males and 34 females) were operated by open surgery (group A). The mean age was 4.22 years-old, (14-147 months). Laparoscopic approach (group B) was performed in 46 patients (11 males and 35 females). The mean age was 4.19 years-old (15-110 months). We compared the results in relation to degree of VUR, operative time, hospital stay, post-operative pain medications, recovery time, complications, successful rate, recurrence, and follow-up. Statistical analysis was done used Chi square test for categorical variables and the Student t-test for continuous variables. P < 0.05 was considered significant. Results: In both groups no correlation was identified between age or weight and operative time, length of stay or total analgesia used. The mean operative time for group A was 63.2 and 125.4 min for unilateral and bilateral VUR, respectively, and for the group B was 127.90 and 184.5 min, respectively. There was no conversion in the laparoscopic group. Perioperative mucosal perforation of the bladder occurred in 6 patients of group A and 4 patients of group B and was immediately repaired. One patient had to be reoperated for leakage in group B. The mean duration of Morphine, IV and PO analgesia was shorter in group B. The mean hospital stay was 5.46 days for group A and 1.54 days for Group B. The success rate was 98% in group A and 97, 8% in group B. The mean follow-up was 3.67 years for the open and 1.54 years for the laparoscopic group. Transitory voiding dysfunction occurred in bilateral EVUR in one case in each group. Conclusion: Laparoscopic or Open approach for the correction of VUR following Lich-Gregoir technique is effective in unilateral and bilateral VUR with similar results. Laparoscopic approach reduces significantly (p < 0.05 in each item) post-operative pain medication, hospital stay, and allows for a faster return to normal activity.
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- Nasir Bustangi
- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Urology, King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Urology, Faculty of Medicine, Hôtel-Dieu de France, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Urology, Faculty of medicine, Hôtel-Dieu de France Hospital, Université Saint-Joseph, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Queen Fabiola Children's University Hospital, Bruxelles, Belgium
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- Queen Fabiola Children's University Hospital, Bruxelles, Belgium
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- Queen Fabiola Children's University Hospital, Bruxelles, Belgium
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Urology, Faculty of medicine, Hôtel-Dieu de France Hospital, Université Saint-Joseph, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Urology, Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron, Barcelona, Spain.,University Hospital of Saint Etienne, France
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Yeung CK, Chowdhary SK, Sreedhar B. Minimally Invasive Management for Vesicoureteral Reflux in Infants and Young Children. Clin Perinatol 2017; 44:835-849. [PMID: 29127964 DOI: 10.1016/j.clp.2017.08.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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Minimally invasive ureteral reimplantation is an attractive and useful tool in the armamentarium for the management of complicated vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). Subureteric dextranomer/hyaluronic acid injection, laparoscopic extravesical ureteric reimplantation and pneumovesicoscopic intravesical ureteral reimplantation with or without robotic assistance are established minimally invasive approaches to management of VUR. The high cost and the limited availability of robotics have restricted accessibility to these approaches. Laparoscopic and/or robotic ureteral reimplantation continues to evolve and will have a significant bearing on the management of complicated VUR in infants and young children.
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- Chung-Kwong Yeung
- Department of Surgery, University of Hong Kong, 2/F, Professorial Block, Queen Mary Hospital, 102 Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong SAR, China.
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- Pediatric Urology and Pediatric Surgery, Apollo Institute of Pediatric Sciences, Sarita Vihar, Delhi Mathura Road, New Delhi 110076, India
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- School of Biomedical Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong
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Zhong W, Yao L, Cui H, Yang K, Wang G, Xu T, Ye X, Li X, Zhou L. Laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation with extracorporeal tailoring and direct nipple ureteroneocystostomy for adult obstructive megaureter: long-term outcomes and comparison to open procedure. Int Urol Nephrol 2017; 49:1973-1978. [PMID: 28852928 DOI: 10.1007/s11255-017-1687-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2017] [Accepted: 08/21/2017] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the long-term outcomes of laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation with extracorporeal tailoring and direct nipple ureteroneocystostomy for adult obstructive megaureter and compare the results with the open procedure. METHODS From January 2007 to July 2013, 22 patients underwent laparoscopic and 28 patients underwent open ureteral reimplantation for adult obstructive megaureter. For laparoscopic group, the dilated ureter was delivered out of through a 12-mm port and the distal end was tailored and formed into an antireflux nipple extracorporeally. The ureteral nipple was intracorporeally reimplanted into the posterolateral wall of the bladder. Demographics, complications and follow-up data were analyzed and compared retrospectively between the groups. RESULTS Baseline characteristics including age, gender, body mass index, affected side, age at diagnosis and follow-up time were statistically similar for the groups. All of the surgeries were performed successfully, and no major complications occurred. Comparing with the open group, the use of our novel laparoscopic procedure resulted in less estimated blood loss (50.0 vs. 71.0 ml; P = 0.001), less narcotic analgesic (3.0 vs. 18.0 mg; P = 0.01) and shorter hospital stay (5.1 vs. 7.9 days; P < 0.001). Long-term outcomes including rates of recurrent ureteral stricture (4.5 vs. 0%; P = 0.25), rates of vesicoureteral reflux (9.1 vs. 3.6%, P = 0.42) and success rates (86.4 vs. 96.9%; P = 0.45) did not significantly differ between the two groups. CONCLUSION Laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation with extracorporeal tailoring and direct nipple ureteroneocystostomy is a safe and equally effective as the open surgery for the long-term outcomes of adult obstructive megaureter.
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- Wenlong Zhong
- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University People's Hospital, No. 133 Fuchengmennei St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University People's Hospital, No. 133 Fuchengmennei St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University People's Hospital, No. 133 Fuchengmennei St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China.
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China.
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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Li BS, He Y, Chen Z, Wang ZH, Wen ZQ, Chen X. Transperitoneal Intravesical Technique for Laparoscopic Ureteral Reimplantation to Treat Terminal Ureteral Stenosis. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2017; 27:623-628. [PMID: 28051910 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2016.0431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Bing-Sheng Li
- Department of Urology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Urology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Urology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Urology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Urology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Urology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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Farina A, Esposito C, Escolino M, Lopez M, Settimi A, Varlet F. Laparoscopic extravesical ureteral reimplantation (LEVUR): a systematic review. Transl Pediatr 2016; 5:291-294. [PMID: 27867854 PMCID: PMC5107379 DOI: 10.21037/tp.2016.10.01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation is a feasible method for treating ureteral pathology with good preliminary results in the literature. In this study, we review medium term results for laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation and discuss current developments of this procedure. METHODS Medline and Embase databases were searched using relevant key terms to identify reports of paediatric laparoscopic extravesical ureteral reimplantation (LEVUR). Literature reviews, case reports, series of <3 children and adult studies (age >20 years) were excluded. RESULTS Five studies were assessed, overall, 69 LEVUR were performed in children. Despite different surgical technique, in all case the technique was respected. Patient demographics, preoperative symptoms, radiological imaging, complications, and postoperative outcomes were analyzed. Median success rate was 96%. Complications were reported in five cases. CONCLUSIONS This study is limited by the data given in the individual series: varied criteria used for patient selection and outcome as well as inconsistent pre- and post-operative imaging data precluded a meta-analysis. But it demonstrates that the laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation is an effective procedure with good medium-term results. We believe that in well selected patients this procedure will become an established treatment option.
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- Alessandra Farina
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Pole Couple Mere-Enfant, CHU Saint Etienne, Saint-Etienne, France
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Pole Couple Mere-Enfant, CHU Saint Etienne, Saint-Etienne, France
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Open versus minimally invasive ureteroneocystostomy: A population-level analysis. J Pediatr Urol 2016; 12:232.e1-6. [PMID: 27140001 PMCID: PMC5012942 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2016.03.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2016] [Accepted: 03/04/2016] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Open ureteroneocystostomy (UNC) is the gold standard for surgical correction of vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). Beyond single-center reports, there are few published data on outcomes of minimally-invasive (MIS) UNC. Our objective was to compare postoperative outcomes of open and MIS UNC using national, population-level data. METHOD We reviewed the 1998-2012 Nationwide Inpatient Sample to identify pediatric (≤18 years) VUR patients who underwent either open or MIS UNC. Demographics, National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) complications, length of stay (LOS), and cost data were extracted. Statistical analysis was performed using weighted, hierarchical multivariate logistic regression (complications) and negative binomial regression (LOS, cost). RESULTS We identified 780 MIS and 75,976 open UNC admissions. Compared with patients undergoing open UNC, patients who underwent MIS UNC were likely to be older (6.2 versus 4.8 years, p < 0.001), publically insured (43 versus 26%, p < 0.001), and treated in recent years (90 versus 46% after 2005, p < 0.001). MIS admissions were associated with a significantly shorter length of stay (1.0 versus 1.8 days, p < 0.001) and higher cost ($9230 versus $6,304, p = 0.002). After adjusting for patient-level confounders (age, gender, insurance, treatment year, and comorbidity), and hospital-level factors (region, bedsize, and teaching status), MIS UNC was associated with a significantly higher rate of postoperative urinary complications such as UTIs, urinary retention, and renal injury (OR 3.1, p = 0.02), shorter LOS (RR 0.8, p = 0.02), and higher cost (RR 1.4, p = 0.008). DISCUSSION Strengths of this study are its large cohort size, long time horizon, national estimation, and cost data. Most prior studies are case-series limited to the size of the institutional cohort. Our analysis of 76,756 operative encounters revealed that open UNC continues to be performed at far greater frequency than MIS UNC, outpacing the latter modality by nearly 100:1. Children treated with MIS UNC had three times greater odds of developing postoperative urinary complications, and MIS UNC patients incurred average costs per admission that were nearly 1.5 times higher than those of children who underwent open UNC. These children were also likely to be older, publically insured, and treated in more recent years. On the other hand, patients treated with MIS UNC required substantially shorter postoperative hospitalization, with an average LOS roughly half that of open UNC cases. Limitations include the retrospective nature of the administrative database, lack of detailed patient-level data, and no available long-term postoperative outcomes. Compared with open surgery, MIS UNC was associated with shorter LOS but higher costs and possibly higher urinary complication rates.
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Schiavina R, Zaramella S, Chessa F, Pultrone CV, Borghesi M, Minervini A, Cocci A, Chindemi A, Antonelli A, Simeone C, Pagliarulo V, Parma P, Samuelli A, Celia A, De Concilio B, Rocco B, De Lorenzis E, La Manna G, Terrone C, Falsaperla M, Dente D, Porreca A. Laparoscopic and robotic ureteral stenosis repair: a multi-institutional experience with a long-term follow-up. J Robot Surg 2016; 10:323-330. [PMID: 27209477 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-016-0601-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2015] [Accepted: 04/26/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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The treatment of ureteral strictures represents a challenge due to the variability of aetiology, site and extension of the stricture; it ranges from an end-to-end anastomosis or reimplantation into the bladder with a Boari flap or Psoas Hitch. Traditionally, these procedures have been done using an open access, but minimally invasive approaches have gained acceptance. The aim of this study is to evaluate the safety and feasibility and perioperative results of minimally invasive surgery for the treatment of ureteral stenosis with a long-term follow-up. Data of 62 laparoscopic (n = 36) and robotic (n = 26) treatments for ureteral stenosis in 9 Italian centers were reviewed. Patients were followed according to the referring center's protocol. Laparoscopic and robotic approaches were compared. All the procedures were completed successfully without open conversion. Average estimated blood loss in the two groups was 91.2 ± 71.9 cc for the laparoscopic and 47.2 ± 32.3 cc for the robotic, respectively (p = 0.004). Mean days of hospitalization were 5.9 ± 2.4 for the laparoscopic group and 7.6 ± 3.4 for the robotic group (p = 0.006). No differences were found in terms of operative time and post-operative complications. After a median follow-up of 27 months, the robotic group yielded 2 stenosis recurrence, instead the laparoscopic group shows no cases of recurrence (p = 0.091). Minimally invasive approach for ureteral stenosis is safe and feasible. Both robotic and pure laparoscopic approaches may offer good results in terms of perioperative outcomes, low incidence of complications and recurrence.
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- Riccardo Schiavina
- Department of Urology, University of Bologna, S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital, Palagi 9 Street, 40134, Bologna, Italy
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- Department Of Urology, University of Eastern Piedmont Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Maggiore Della Carità, Novara, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University of Bologna, S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital, Palagi 9 Street, 40134, Bologna, Italy.
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- Department of Urology, University of Bologna, S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital, Palagi 9 Street, 40134, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University of Bologna, S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital, Palagi 9 Street, 40134, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Ospedale "Carlo Poma" Mantova, Mantova, Italy
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- Dept. Of Urology, Ospedale "San Bassiano", Bassano del Grappa, VI, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Policlinico Di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital, Bologna, Italy
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- Department Of Urology, University of Eastern Piedmont Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Maggiore Della Carità, Novara, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Policlinico Vittorio Emanuele, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Policlinico Di Abano, Abano Terme, PD, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Policlinico Di Abano, Abano Terme, PD, Italy
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Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is the abnormal retrograde flow of urine from the bladder into the upper urinary tract. Diagnosis and subsequent management of VUR have become increasingly controversial, with differing opinions over which children should be evaluated for reflux, and when detected, who should undergo treatment. Management goals include prevention of recurrent febrile urinary tract infection (fUTI) and renal injury while minimizing the morbidity of treatment and follow-up. Management options include observation with or without continuous antibiotic prophylaxis and surgical correction via endoscopic, open or laparoscopic/robotic approaches. Management should be individualized and based on patient age, health, risk of subsequent renal injury, clinical course, renal function, and parental preference.
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- Angela M Arlen
- Departments of Urology and Pediatrics, The University of Iowa, 200 Hawkins Drive, 3RCP, Iowa City, IA, 52242-1089, USA,
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Ghosh B, Biswal DK, Bera MK, Pal DK. Laparoscopic Extravesical Lich-Gregoir Ureteroneocystostomy with Psoas Hitch for the Management of Ureterovaginal Fistula in Post-Hysterectomy Patients. Urol Int 2015; 96:171-6. [DOI: 10.1159/000434727] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2015] [Accepted: 06/01/2015] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Introduction: Most commonly ureterovaginal fistula occurs due to surgical injury inflicted to the distal ureter and because of gynaecological procedures. Open surgical repair is a standard procedure and commonly involves ureteroneocystostomy. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed data of 9 patients, who underwent laparoscopic extravesical Lich-Gregoir ureteroneocystostomy using the psoas hitch procedure for ureterovaginal fistulas following hysterectomy during the period December 2012-August 2014. Transperitoneal laparoscopic ureteroneocystostomy was performed in all cases. Results: The mean operative time was 212 min (range 170-310) and estimated blood loss was 108 ml (range 70-150). Average hospital stay was 5.7 days. Follow-up time was from 6 to 26 months. Postoperative intravenous urography was done after 3 months, which showed patent anastomosis in 8 patients except for 1 patient who had nonvisualization of the ipsilateral renal moiety. Voiding cystogram done at 3 months showed no leakage in all patients. In the postoperative period, 1 patient had recurrent ipsilateral pyelonephritis 2 weeks after surgery, while another patient had febrile UTI. Apart from these no major complications were observed. Conclusion: Laparoscopic ureteroneocystostomy with psoas hitch can be performed safely with a success rate compared to that of open surgery but with less morbidity and quick convalescence.
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Gambachidze D, Phé V, Drouin SJ, Wolff B, Parra J, Mozer P, Renard-Penna R, Chartier-Kastler E, Rouprêt M. [Functional outcomes obtained after vesicoureteral reimplantation surgery in adults: A review]. Prog Urol 2015; 25:683-91. [PMID: 26184044 DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2015.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2015] [Revised: 05/31/2015] [Accepted: 06/12/2015] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Vesico-ureteral reimplantations (VUR) for adults are complex procedures, often practicing for distal ureteral lesions. Our goal was to synthesis the main indications for VUR, different techniques and their functional outcomes. MATERIAL AND METHODS A literature review in English by Medline, Embase and Google scholar was performed using the following keywords: ureter; laparoscopy; robotics, reimplantation; surgery; obstruction; morbidity; complications; psoas hitch; Boari flap; ureteroneocystostomy. RESULTS In more than half of the cases, aetiology was a iatrogenic ureteral lesion. When the ureteral defect was less than 2 cm, direct or non-refluxing VUR was the technique of choice. If defect was superior than 2 cm the Boari flap or vesicopsoas hitch were preferred. Several surgical approaches were feasible: open, laparoscopic only, robot assisted laparoscopic. Estimated blood loss, pain and mean hospital stay seemed better with conventional or robotic coelioscopy. Nevertheless, complications, pre-/post-operative renal function and mean operative time seemed similar. The most frequent major complication was the anastomotic urine leakage. CONCLUSIONS The VUR techniques are well codified now even if it's a rare procedure. Functional outcomes are satisfied according to literature and morbidity is more and more decreasing but the level of evidence of the studies is low.
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- D Gambachidze
- Service d'urologie de l'hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière, faculté de médecine Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, université Paris 6, AP-HP, 47-83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Service d'urologie de l'hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière, faculté de médecine Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, université Paris 6, AP-HP, 47-83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Service d'urologie de l'hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière, faculté de médecine Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, université Paris 6, AP-HP, 47-83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Service d'urologie de l'hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière, faculté de médecine Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, université Paris 6, AP-HP, 47-83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Service d'urologie de l'hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière, faculté de médecine Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, université Paris 6, AP-HP, 47-83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Service d'urologie de l'hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière, faculté de médecine Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, université Paris 6, AP-HP, 47-83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Service d'urologie de l'hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière, faculté de médecine Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, université Paris 6, AP-HP, 47-83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Service d'urologie de l'hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière, faculté de médecine Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, université Paris 6, AP-HP, 47-83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Service d'urologie de l'hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière, faculté de médecine Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, université Paris 6, AP-HP, 47-83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France.
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Wason SE, Lance RS, Given RW, Malcolm JB. Robotic-Assisted Ureteral Re-implantation: A Case Series. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2015; 25:503-7. [DOI: 10.1089/lap.2014.0051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Shaun E.L. Wason
- Department of Urology, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, Virginia; Urology of Virginia, LLC, Virginia Beach, Virginia
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- Department of Urology, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, Virginia; Urology of Virginia, LLC, Virginia Beach, Virginia
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- Department of Urology, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, Virginia; Urology of Virginia, LLC, Virginia Beach, Virginia
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- Department of Urology, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, Virginia; Urology of Virginia, LLC, Virginia Beach, Virginia
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Javali T, Pathade A, Nagaraj HK. Laparoscopic extravesical detrusorraphy, a minimally invasive treatment option for vesicoureteral reflux: a single centre experience. J Pediatr Urol 2015; 11:88.e1-6. [PMID: 25797856 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2015.01.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2014] [Accepted: 01/20/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Laparoscopy in pediatric patients offers more benefits than was earlier presumed and these widely reported benefits significantly outweigh any concerns regarding the technical difficulties. Laparoscopic correction of vesicoureteral reflux aims to duplicate the excellent results of open surgery while at the same time reducing perioperative morbidity and analgesic requirements, improving cosmesis and shortening hospital stay. OBJECTIVE To share our experience of laparoscopic extravesical detrusorraphy, highlight our technical modification of intraoperative minimal "atraumatic" ureteric handling of the ureter, which we hypothesize may decrease ureteral complications, and report our results. STUDY DESIGN This was a retrospective chart review of 76 toilet-trained children (98 refluxing units), in the age group of 3-16 years, with Grade I-IV reflux, who underwent laparoscopic detrusorraphy from June 2006 to January 2014. A ureteric catheter is inserted into the refluxing ureter and is tied to the Foleys to drain into a common bag. A three port technique is used. During ureteral dissection, a vascular sling in the form of a Rumel loop is used for atraumatic handling of the ureter. A detrusor tunnel is created with hook electrocautery. A stay suture is later passed through the abdominal wall and slings around the dissected ureter, which helps in holding the ureter approximated against the mucosal trough during detrusorraphy. Detrusor fibers are approximated with 5-0 Vicryl. No drain is placed and the Foley and ureteric catheter(s) are removed after 24 h. Intravenous ketorolac is given every 6 h for the first 24 h. Oral paracetamol is used for analgesia after the first 24 h. Adequate bladder emptying is ensured by assessment of post void residual urine before discharge. Renal USG alone is performed 2 weeks post operatively and repeated after 3 months along with a VCUG (voiding cystourethrography). Success was defined as absence of reflux in the follow-up VCUG done at 3 months. RESULTS Mean operative time was 102 ± 26.5 min for unilateral detrusorraphy and 165 ± 18 min for bilateral extravesical detrusorraphy. The mean duration of hospital stay was 1.5 ± 1.7 days. There was one case of urinary retention that was managed with temporary recatheterization. There were no cases of ureteral ischemia, obstruction, hematuria or bladder spasms. Surgery was successful in 97.9% of the refluxing units (96/98). In two patients with grade IV reflux, there was downgrading to grade II on VCUG done at 3 months' follow-up. The reflux resolved at 8 and 14 months' follow-up, respectively. DISCUSSION Our technique of atraumatic handling of the ureter, initially with the help of a vascular sling and later with the help of a stay suture passed percutaneously through the abdominal wall, resulted in no ureteric injuries. The postoperative morbidity of this procedure is low because the bladder is not opened, the ureter is not transected, no new UVJ is created and there is no need for placement of a drain. The risk of postoperative bowel adhesions is low as the ureter is dissected out through a narrow peritoneal window, which is again extraperitonealized at the end of the procedure (see figure). The postoperative complications of gross hematuria and bladder spasms, which may be especially encountered in patients undergoing laparoscopic Cohen's, were not seen in our case series. CONCLUSION Laparoscopic extravesical detrusorraphy provides a minimally invasive treatment option for treatment of unilateral/bilateral grade I-IV vesicoureteral reflux. The postoperative morbidity is low and the success rate is favorable. Our technical modification of a "vascular sling" around the ureter facilitates atraumatic ureteric handling, which may reduce distal ureteral complications like ureteral ischemia and obstruction.
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Kim CH, Ro JH, Jung H. Modified laparoscopic intravesical nonrefluxing ureteral reimplantation with psoas hitch using a submucosal tunneling. J Exerc Rehabil 2015; 10:378-82. [PMID: 25610823 PMCID: PMC4294441 DOI: 10.12965/jer.140174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2014] [Accepted: 12/17/2014] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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We aimed to study the safety and efficacy of the cystoscopy-assisted nonrefluxing ureteral reimplantation technique using submucosal tunneling during laparoscopic ureteroneocystostomy (UNC) with a psoas hitch in patients with distal ureter stricture after gynecologic surgery. We reviewed six female patients who underwent gynecological surgeries. All patients showed persistent postoperative distal ureter stricture or obstruction. These patients underwent laparoscopic nonrefluxing UNC with a psoas hitch using a submucosal tunneling technique combined with cystoscopy at our institute. They had corrective surgery at an average of 13.3 weeks after ureteral injury. The short-term success was confirmed either by voiding cystourethrography (VCU) or by diuretic isotope renal scan (MAG-3) conducted 3 months after the operation. None of the patients showed evidence of postoperative stricture at the reimplanted site and reflux on either MAG-3 renal scan or VCU. None of the patients showed major or minor complications during follow-up. It is safe and feasible to perform the laparoscopic nonrefluxing UNC with a psoas hitch using a submucosal tunneling technique combined with cystoscopy for ureteral stricture.
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- Chang-Hee Kim
- Department of Urology, Gachon University Gil Medical Center, Gachon University of Medicine and Science, Incheon, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Gachon University Gil Medical Center, Gachon University of Medicine and Science, Incheon, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Gachon University Gil Medical Center, Gachon University of Medicine and Science, Incheon, Korea
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Schober MS, Jayanthi VR. Vesicoscopic ureteral reimplant: is there a role in the age of robotics? Urol Clin North Am 2014; 42:53-9. [PMID: 25455172 DOI: 10.1016/j.ucl.2014.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Vesicoscopic ureteral reimplantation is a challenging procedure to learn but does have outcomes equivalent to standard open repair. Children objectively have less pain than after an open cross-trigonal repair. Operative times compare favorably to other forms of minimally invasive surgery.
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- Megan S Schober
- Section of Pediatric Urology, Nationwide Children's Hospital, 700 Children's Dr., Columbus, OH 43215, USA
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- Section of Pediatric Urology, Nationwide Children's Hospital, 700 Children's Dr., Columbus, OH 43215, USA.
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Robot-assisted laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation: a single surgeon comparison to open surgery. J Pediatr Urol 2014; 10:875-9. [PMID: 24766855 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2014.02.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2013] [Accepted: 02/25/2014] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim was to report a single surgeon's experience comparing open and robot-assisted laparoscopic extravesical ureteral reimplantation (RALUR) to treat vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). SUBJECTS AND METHODS We retrospectively reviewed the outcomes of RALUR and open extravesical ureteral reimplantations consecutively performed by a single surgeon between January 2008 and December 2010 using the da Vinci(®) Surgical System. Both groups of patients were subjected to identical pre- and postoperative care protocols. RESULTS During the defined study interval, 20 open and 20 RALUR procedures were completed by a single surgeon at our institution. Gender and VUR grade were similar in both cohorts. Operative times were longer in the RALUR group, but postoperative opioid use (morphine equivalents) was significantly lower in the RALUR group (RALUR: 0.14 mg/kg, open: 0.25 mg/kg, p = 0.021). There was no significant difference in estimated blood loss (EBL) or length of hospitalization (LOH). The overall rate of surgical complications was similar; however, the complications in the open group tended to be less severe than those occurring in the RALUR group. On follow-up, after a median of 52 months for open surgery and 39 months for RALUR, two children had developed a febrile urinary tract infection in both groups, of which one in the open group had persistent VUR. CONCLUSION This single-surgeon experience of open and initial experience with RALUR performed with the same surgical technique on consecutive cohorts with identical post-surgical care protocol allows a comparative analysis of outcomes for a surgeon transitioning to RALUR. The RALUR reduces postoperative analgesic requirements while yielding similar clinical outcomes as the open technique.
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Song SH, Kim KS. Current status of robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery in pediatric urology. Korean J Urol 2014; 55:499-504. [PMID: 25132942 PMCID: PMC4131076 DOI: 10.4111/kju.2014.55.8.499] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2014] [Accepted: 06/13/2014] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Laparoscopic procedures for urological diseases in children have been proven to be safe and effective. However, the availability of laparoscopic procedures is still partly limited to experienced, high-volume centers because the procedures are technically demanding. The da Vinci robot system is being used for an increasing variety of reconstructive procedures because of the advantages of this approach, such as motion scaling, greater optical magnification, stereoscopic vision, increased instrument tip dexterity, and tremor filtration. Particularly in pediatric urologic surgery, where the operational field is limited owing to the small abdominal cavity of children, robotic surgical technology has its own strengths. Currently, robots are used to perform most surgeries in children that can be performed laparoscopically. In this review, we aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of the current role of robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery in Pediatric Urology by analyzing the published data in this field. A growing body of evidence supports the view that robotic technology is technically feasible and safe in pediatric urological surgery. Robotic technology provides additional benefits for performing reconstructive urologic surgery, such as in pyeloplasty, ureteral reimplantation, and enterocystoplasty procedures. The main limitations to robotic surgery are its high purchase and maintenance costs and that the cost-effectiveness of this technology remains to be validated.
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- Sang Hoon Song
- Department of Urology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Hayashi Y, Mizuno K, Kurokawa S, Nakane A, Kamisawa H, Nishio H, Moritoki Y, Tozawa K, Kohri K, Kojima Y. Extravesical robot-assisted laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation for vesicoureteral reflux: Initial experience in Japan with the ureteral advancement technique. Int J Urol 2014; 21:1016-21. [DOI: 10.1111/iju.12483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2013] [Accepted: 04/07/2014] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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- Yutaro Hayashi
- Department of Nephro-urology; Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences; Nagoya Japan
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- Department of Nephro-urology; Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences; Nagoya Japan
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- Department of Nephro-urology; Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences; Nagoya Japan
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- Department of Nephro-urology; Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences; Nagoya Japan
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- Department of Nephro-urology; Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences; Nagoya Japan
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- Department of Nephro-urology; Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences; Nagoya Japan
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- Department of Nephro-urology; Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences; Nagoya Japan
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- Department of Nephro-urology; Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences; Nagoya Japan
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- Department of Nephro-urology; Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences; Nagoya Japan
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- Department of Urology; Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine; Fukushima Japan
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Baek M, Kim KD. Current surgical management of vesicoureteral reflux. Korean J Urol 2013; 54:732-7. [PMID: 24255753 PMCID: PMC3830964 DOI: 10.4111/kju.2013.54.11.732] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2013] [Accepted: 09/06/2013] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR), a common congenital urinary tract anomaly, refers to retrograde flow of urine from the bladder into the upper urinary tract. The main goal in the treatment of pediatric VUR is to preserve renal function by preventing pyelonephritis. Many surgical management options are available for pediatric VUR. Open ureteral reimplantation has a high success rate but is invasive and is associated with postoperative pain and morbidity. Endoscopic therapy is minimally invasive but has the disadvantages of decreased short-term success and recurrence of reflux over the long term. Laparoscopic or robotic ureteral reimplantation has become increasingly popular owing to its effectiveness and minimal invasiveness, but long-term outcomes have yet to be documented. Urologists should make an effort to select the appropriate surgical strategy by taking into consideration the individual characteristics of the patient such as age, gender, grade of reflux at presentation, status of renal parenchyma, combined bladder and ureteral circumstances, functional status of the bladder and bowel, and preferences of the patients' family.
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- Minki Baek
- Department of Urology, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Castillo O, Zubieta R, Yañez R. Laparoscopic surgery of vesicoureteral reflux: an experience in 42 patients with the Lich-Gregoir extravesical technique. Actas Urol Esp 2013; 37:630-3. [PMID: 23916138 DOI: 10.1016/j.acuro.2013.04.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2013] [Accepted: 04/12/2013] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Vesico-ureteral reflux (VUR) is a common congenital anomaly of the urinary tract in the pediatric population, existing controversy regarding its management. Patients selected for treatment options are offered, from endoscopic injection of substances sub-ureteral to ureteral reimplantation surgery. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the use of the laparoscopic surgical technique for the treatment of vesico-ureteral reflux, with an analysis of the procedure, results and complications. MATERIAL AND METHODS We evaluated a series of 50 ureteral units in 42 patients, who undergoing laparoscopic transperitoneal ureteral reimplant, using the classic technique of Lich-Gregoir detrusorrafia. RESULTS The mean operative time was 74 min. There were no intraoperative nor immediate postoperative. At longer follow-up VUR was cured in all cases. CONCLUSIONS Laparoscopic surgery is an effective alternative in the surgical treatment of vesico-ureteral reflux, with results comparable to open surgery techniques and over sub-ureteral injection techniques.
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Ellsworth P. Evaluation of a process-of-care model for open intravesical ureteral reimplantation in children from a contemporary health care perspective. Hosp Pract (1995) 2013; 41:24-30. [PMID: 24145586 DOI: 10.3810/hp.2013.10.1077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Surgical management of patients with vesicoureteral reflux consists of both open and minimally invasive approaches. Open approaches are associated with postoperative hospitalization and stays of 2 to 3 days, dependent on the type of procedure; alternately, when endoscopic correction is performed, it is a same-day procedure. Changes in health care policy emphasize reduction in cost while maintaining and improving quality of care. We sought to evaluate the impact of a "1-night cost-saving process-of-care" model for open surgical correction of vesicoureteral reflux in children on quality of care, which was defined as a return to the emergency room (ER)/office or readmission to the hospital within 2 days of discharge. MATERIALS AND METHODS An institutional review board-approved retrospective chart review of all open ureteral reimplantations for uncomplicated vesicoureteral reflux from January 2009 through January 2013 was performed. Children who underwent ureteral stent placement and those who did not have a caudal anesthetic were excluded from the study. Length of postoperative stay, ER records, hospitalizations, and office records were reviewed to assess for presentation to the ER/office or readmission to the hospital within 2 days of discharge. RESULTS During the 4-year study period, 92 children (23 males, 69 females) underwent open ureteral reimplantation-there were 83 (89.1%) discharges on the first postoperative day; 9 (9.8%) on the second postoperative day; and 1 (1.1%) on the third postoperative day. One patient presented to the ER within 2 days of discharge, and 4 patients presented to the ER/office or were readmitted > 2 days after discharge. CONCLUSION Use of a caudal anesthetic, earlier catheter removal, a knowledgeable nursing team, and parental education allowed us to decrease the length of stay to 1 night in 82 of 92 patients (89.1%). These procedural changes allowed for a decrease in hospital stay comparable with and potentially shorter than robotic-assisted laparoscopic approaches. Additionally, these changes did not seem to increase the risk of early (≤ 2 days of discharge) presentation to the ER/office or readmission.
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- Pamela Ellsworth
- Professor of Urology/Surgery, Warren Alpert School of Medicine, Brown University, Providence, RI.
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Ureteroneocystostomy after failed dextranomer/hyaluronic acid copolymer injection for vesicoureteral reflux treatment. J Pediatr Urol 2013; 9:665-9. [PMID: 22906586 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2012.07.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2012] [Accepted: 07/31/2012] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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PURPOSE To report our experience of open ureteroneocystostomy after failed endoscopic treatment. MATERIAL AND METHODS Clinical charts of 787 children who entered our dextranomer/hyaluronic acid copolymer (DxHA) endoscopic injection program for vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) treatment between May 2000 and December 2009 were reviewed. Fifty-one of these patients were submitted to open ureteroneocystostomy for complete resolution of VUR. RESULTS Twenty-eight patients (55%) were female. Median age at surgery was 65 months (range: 26-182). Median time going from first endoscopic injection until open surgery was 13 months (range 1-58). Surgical ureteral reimplantation was bilateral in 62.7% of the cases. Of a total of 83 operated ureters, nine were duplex ureters, nine were megaureters, six were ectopic, and two had periureteral diverticulum. Mean operative time was 70 min (range 45-120 min). There were no intra-operative complications. Follow-up VCUG showed complete resolution of VUR in 98% of patients. There was only one right-sided grade III VUR that persisted after bilateral reimplantation. It resolved with a single subureteral DxHA injection. CONCLUSIONS Ureteroneocystostomy after a failed endoscopic treatment can achieve successful results in a high percentage of patients with minimal complications.
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He R, Yu W, Li X, Yao L, He Z, Zhou L. Laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation with extracorporeal tailoring and direct nipple ureteroneocystostomy for adult obstructed megaureter: a novel technique. Urology 2013; 82:1171-4. [PMID: 24035035 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2013.07.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2013] [Revised: 06/29/2013] [Accepted: 07/05/2013] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION To describe a novel technique using extracorporeal tailoring and an inverted ureteral nipple to perform laparoscopic transperitoneal ureteral reimplantation for adult obstructed megaureter and our initial experience with 10 patients. TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS Ten patients (mean age 39.2 years [range, 21-62]) with adult obstructed megaureter underwent transperitoneal laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation by a 3- or 4-port technique. In each case, the affected ureter was freed and delivered out of the peritoneal cavity through the ipsilateral 12-mm port. The lower end of the ureter was tailored by approximately 6 cm, and the tip was folded back onto itself and secured with absorbable sutures to form a nipple. A double-J stent was placed, the entire assembly was carefully replaced into the abdomen, and the ureter was reimplanted into the posterolateral wall of the bladder. CONCLUSION Surgery was successful in all the 10 patients without the need for open conversion. At a mean follow-up of 17 months, all patients were asymptomatic, and hydronephrosis was relieved in 9 cases. Laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation with extracorporeal tailoring and direct nipple ureteroneocystostomy is an easy, safe, and effective procedure for adult obstructed megaureter.
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- Rui He
- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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Lee Z, Sehgal S, Llukani E, Reilly C, Doumanian L, Mydlo J, Lee DI, Eun DDI. Single-surgeon experience with robot-assisted ureteroneocystostomy for distal ureteral pathologies in adults. Korean J Urol 2013; 54:516-21. [PMID: 23956826 PMCID: PMC3742903 DOI: 10.4111/kju.2013.54.8.516] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2013] [Accepted: 05/31/2013] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To demonstrate our technical approach for robot-assisted ureteroneocystostomy (R-UNC) for benign and malignant distal ureteral pathologies. MATERIALS AND METHODS Between January 2009 and January 2013, a total of 10 patients underwent R-UNC in the distal ureter by a single surgeon. Indications for R-UNC were as follows: idiopathic (3), fistula (2), iatrogenic (2), malignancy (2), and chronic vesicoureteral reflux (1). RESULTS Tension-free anastomosis was attained in all 10 R-UNC procedures. A psoas hitch was performed in 6/10 cases (60%). Intravesical and extravesical reimplantations were completed in 5/10 (50%) and 5/10 cases (50%), respectively. A nonrefluxing ureter was constructed in 2/10 cases (20%). The patients' mean age was 52.9±16.6 years, their mean body mass index was 30.8±6.3 kg/m(2), the mean operative time was 211.7±69.3 minutes, mean estimated blood loss was 102.5±110.8 mL, and mean length of stay was 2.8±2.3 days. There were no intraoperative complications. There was one Clavien-Dindo grade I and one Clavien-Dindo grade II postoperative complication. The mean postoperative follow-up duration was 28.5±15.5 months. Two patients had recurrence of ureteral strictures at 3 months postoperatively and were managed successfully with balloon dilation. CONCLUSIONS Our technique for R-UNC demonstrates good perioperative outcomes. However, underlying periureteral inflammation and pelvic adhesions may predispose patients for stricture recurrence after R-UNC.
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- Ziho Lee
- Division of Urology, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Pompeo A, Molina WR, Sehrt D, Tobias-Machado M, Mariano Costa RM, Pompeo ACL, Kim FJ. Laparoscopic ureteroneocystostomy for ureteral injuries after hysterectomy. JSLS 2013; 17:121-5. [PMID: 23743383 PMCID: PMC3662729 DOI: 10.4293/108680812x13517013317437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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This report suggests that laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation offers an alternative surgical approach to open surgery after distal ureteral injuries. Objectives: To examine the feasibility of early laparoscopic ureteroneocystostomy for ureteral obstruction due to hysterectomy injury. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed a 10-y experience from 2 institutions in patients who underwent early (<30 d) or late (>30 d) laparoscopic ureteroneocystostomy for ureteral injury after hysterectomy. Evaluation of the surgery included the cause of the stricture and intraoperative and postoperative outcomes. Results: A total of 9 patients with distal ureteral injury after hysterectomy were identified. All injuries were identified and treated as early as 21 d after hysterectomy. Seven of 9 patients underwent open hysterectomy, and the remaining patients had vaginal and laparoscopic radical hysterectomy. All ureteroneocystostomy cases were managed laparoscopically without conversion to open surgery and without any intraoperative complications. The Lich-Gregoir reimplantation technique was applied in all patients, and 2 patients required a psoas hitch. The mean operative time was 206.6 min (range, 120–280 min), the mean estimated blood loss was 122.2 cc (range, 25–350 cc), and the mean admission time was 3.3 d (range, 1–7 d). Cystography showed no urine leak when the ureteral stent was removed at 4 to 6 wk after the procedure. Ureteroneocystostomy patency was followed up with cystography at 6 mo and at least 10 y after ureteroneocystostomy. Conclusion: Early laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation may offer an alternative surgical approach to open surgery for the management of distal ureteral injuries, with favorable cosmetic results and recovery time from ureteral obstruction due to hysterectomy injury.
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- Alexandre Pompeo
- Department of Surgery, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Denver, CO, USA
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Chaussy Y, Becmeur F, Lardy H, Aubert D. Robot-Assisted Surgery: Current Status Evaluation in Abdominal and Urological Pediatric Surgery. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2013; 23:530-8. [DOI: 10.1089/lap.2012.0192] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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- Yann Chaussy
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Hospital Saint-Jacques, Centre Hospitalier Regional Universitaire de Besançon, Besançon, France
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, University Hospitals of Strasbourg, Strasbourg, France
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Clocheville Hospital, Centre Hospitalier Regional Universitaire de Tours, Tours, France
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Hospital Saint-Jacques, Centre Hospitalier Regional Universitaire de Besançon, Besançon, France
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He Y, Chen X, Chen Z, Luo YC, Li NN. Treatment of symptomatic primary obstructive megaureter by laparoscopic intracorporeal or extracorporeal ureteral tapering and ureteroneocystostomy: experience on 11 patients. J Endourol 2012; 26:1454-7. [PMID: 22691071 DOI: 10.1089/end.2012.0236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To present our experience and the feasibility with laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation using ureteral tapering (intracorporeal or extracorporeal) for symptomatic primary obstructive megaureter. PATIENTS AND METHODS Between June 2005 and September 2010, 11 patients (mean age: 33.2 years) with symptomatic congenital primary obstructive megaureter underwent laparoscopic reconstruction. All patients underwent laparoscopic intracorporeal or extracorporeal ureteral tailoring and ureteroneocystostomy by the same surgical team. The relevant perioperative details and complications were recorded. RESULTS No open conversions or blood transfusions were necessary. Total mean operative time was 142 minutes (range 109-227 min). The mean operative time for the five patients with intracorporeal tailoring was 154 minutes (range 121-227 min), compared with 125 minutes (range 109-165 min) for the six patients with extracorporeal tailoring. The mean blood loss was 45 mL (range 30-85 mL) for all cases. Mean postoperative hospital stay was 6.4 days (range 5-8 days). In one patient, urinary leakage was noted immediately postoperatively; it disappeared spontaneously with conservative treatment by postoperative day 7. Average follow-up was 18 months (range 13-24 mos). Follow-up renal ultrasonography and intravenous urography confirmed decreased hydronephrosis with good drainage. Nonobstructed clearance was also demonstrated using diuretic renography in all cases. CONCLUSIONS Laparoscopic intracorporeal or extracorporeal ureteral tailoring and ureteroneocystostomy is a feasible and reproducible procedure. Follow-up revealed satisfactory objective and subjective outcomes.
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- Yao He
- Department of Urology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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Fonseca FF, Tanno FY, Nguyen HT. Current options in the management of primary vesicoureteral reflux in children. Pediatr Clin North Am 2012; 59:819-34. [PMID: 22857830 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcl.2012.05.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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The management of vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is varied and remains controversial, which is likely because children with VUR have different risks for urinary tract infection or renal injury. Consequently, the treatment of VUR needs to be individualized based on the patient's characteristics. In this article, the authors review the medical and surgical management options for VUR in the pediatric population. The authors hope to provide a systematic approach to determine which treatment is optimal for a specific patient.
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- Fernando F Fonseca
- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital, Boston Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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Tsu JHL, Kan CF, Man CW, Chan SWH. Laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation using the dome advancement technique: A case series and review of the literature. SURGICAL PRACTICE 2012. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1744-1633.2012.00587.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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Sung J, Skoog S. Surgical management of vesicoureteral reflux in children. Pediatr Nephrol 2012; 27:551-61. [PMID: 21695451 PMCID: PMC3288369 DOI: 10.1007/s00467-011-1933-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2011] [Revised: 05/18/2011] [Accepted: 05/20/2011] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is the most common uropathy affecting children. Compared to children without VUR, those with VUR have a higher rate of pyelonephritis and renal scarring following urinary tract infection (UTI). Options for treatment include observation with or without antibiotic prophylaxis and surgical repair. Surgical intervention may be necessary in patients with persistent reflux, renal scarring, and recurrent or breakthrough febrile UTI. Both open and endoscopic approaches to reflux correction are successful and reduce the occurrence of febrile UTI. Estimated success rates of open and endoscopic reflux correction are 98.1% (95% CI 95.1, 99.1) and 83.0% (95% CI 69.1, 91.4), respectively. Factors that affect the success of endoscopic injection include pre-operative reflux grade and presence of functional or anatomic bladder abnormalities including voiding dysfunction and duplicated collecting systems. Few studies have evaluated the long-term outcomes of endoscopic injection, and with variable results. In patients treated endoscopically, recurrent febrile UTI occurred in 0-21%, new renal damage in 9-12%, and recurrent reflux in 17-47.6% of treated ureters with at least 1 year follow-up. These studies highlight the need for standardized outcome reporting and longer follow-up after endoscopic treatment.
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- Jennifer Sung
- Surgery, OHSU, 3303 SW Bond Ave Mail code CH10U, Portland, OR 97239 USA
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- Surgery, OHSU, 3303 SW Bond Ave Mail code CH10U, Portland, OR 97239 USA
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Kozinn SI, Canes D, Sorcini A, Moinzadeh A. Robotic Versus Open Distal Ureteral Reconstruction and Reimplantation for Benign Stricture Disease. J Endourol 2012; 26:147-51. [DOI: 10.1089/end.2011.0234] [Citation(s) in RCA: 70] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Lahey Clinic Medical Center, Burlington, Massachusetts
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Asimakopoulos AD, Hoepffner JL, Mugnier C, Gaston R, Piechaud T. Laparoscopic extravesical ureteric re-implantation. BJU Int 2011; 108:1918-32. [PMID: 22077547 DOI: 10.1111/j.1464-410x.2011.10745.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Marchini GS, Hong YK, Minnillo BJ, Diamond DA, Houck CS, Meier PM, Passerotti CC, Kaplan JR, Retik AB, Nguyen HT. Robotic Assisted Laparoscopic Ureteral Reimplantation in Children: Case Matched Comparative Study With Open Surgical Approach. J Urol 2011; 185:1870-5. [DOI: 10.1016/j.juro.2010.12.069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 129] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2010] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Giovanni S. Marchini
- Robotic Surgery, Research and Training Center, Department of Urology, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Robotic Surgery, Research and Training Center, Department of Urology, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Robotic Surgery, Research and Training Center, Department of Urology, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Robotic Surgery, Research and Training Center, Department of Urology, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Center for Pediatric Urologic Anesthesia, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
- Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Center for Pediatric Urologic Anesthesia, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
- Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Robotic Surgery, Research and Training Center, Department of Urology, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Robotic Surgery, Research and Training Center, Department of Urology, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Robotic Surgery, Research and Training Center, Department of Urology, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
- Center for Pediatric Urologic Anesthesia, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Robotic Surgery, Research and Training Center, Department of Urology, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
- Center for Pediatric Urologic Anesthesia, Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
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Pediatric Robotic Extravesical Ureteral Reimplantation: Comparison With Open Surgery. J Urol 2011; 185:1876-81. [DOI: 10.1016/j.juro.2010.12.072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 125] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2010] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Hong CH, Kim JH, Jung HJ, Im YJ, Han SW. Single-surgeon experience with transvesicoscopic ureteral reimplantation in children with vesicoureteral reflux. Urology 2011; 77:1465-9. [PMID: 21333340 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2010.11.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2010] [Revised: 10/01/2010] [Accepted: 11/14/2010] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To review our initial experience with transvesicoscopic ureteral reimplantation (TVUR) in children with vesicoureteral reflux and to evaluate the learning curve for the feasibility and reproducibility of TVUR. METHODS TVUR was performed in 28 consecutive patients with a mean age of 6.0 years. Cohen's classic technique was reproduced using a laparoscopic technique with two 3-mm working ports and a 5-mm camera port. RESULTS TVUR was successfully completed in 26 patients. In 2 patients, TVUR was converted to open intravesical reimplantation. The postoperative vesicoureteral reflux resolution rate was 94.6% (35 of 37 ureters). The mean operative time for TVUR was 166 minutes for unilateral reimplantation and 189 minutes for bilateral reimplantation. When the operation times of the first 13 and the last 13 patients were compared, the mean operative time had decreased significantly for the last 13 patients compared to that for the first 13 patients (140 vs 220 minutes). The mean postoperative hospital stay was also significantly shorter for the last 13 patients than for the first 13 patients (1.08 vs 1.69 days). CONCLUSIONS TVUR is currently performed at only at a few centers because of the technical difficulties and the potentially steep learning curve. However, our results have indicated rapid improvement in the operative time within a short period, suggesting a shorter learning curve for TVUR than expected. TVUR is a reproducible procedure and is a reasonable option for the treatment of vesicoureteral reflux.
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- Chang Hee Hong
- Department of Urology and Urological Science Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Despite increasing laparoscopic expertise in reconstructive surgery, open procedures still represent the gold standard. Robot-assisted techniques increasingly replace laparoscopy. However, laparoscopy is also developing: by improvement of ergonomics, new instruments, and techniques further reducing access trauma. We evaluated the actual role of laparoscopy focusing on main indications of urologic reconstructive surgery. RECENT FINDINGS We analysed the current literature (PubMed/Medline) concerning indications, perioperative results, complications, and long-term outcome of laparoscopy for pyeloplasty, ureteral reimplantation, stone surgery, management of vesico-vaginal fistula, sacrocolpopexy (including evidence level). For all indications, laparoscopy provides the advantages of less postoperative pain, blood loss, shorter convalescence, and minimal disfigurement. However, it requires expertise with endoscopic suturing. Most experience (N > 1000) exists with laparoscopic pyeloplasty and sacrocolpopexy which can be considered as valuable options (IIB). Concerning ureteral reimplantation and repair of vesico-vaginal fistula, only a limited number of cases were reported (N < 150) (III). Laparoscopic stone surgery may gain importance particularly in developing countries. Robot-assistance will definitively increase the application of laparoscopic techniques providing optimal ergonomics, whereas the role of single-port surgery will be limited. SUMMARY Laparoscopy will increasingly be used for reconstructive urologic surgery. This trend will be supported by the widespread use of the DaVinci device.
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Lopez M, Melo C, François M, Varlet F. Laparoscopic extravesical transperitoneal approach following the lich-gregoir procedure in refluxing duplicated collecting systems: initial experience. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2010; 21:165-9. [PMID: 21190482 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2010.0127] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) represents one of the most significant risk factors for acute pyelonephritis in children. Nephropathy with renal scarring is still the most concerning issue in VUR. Surgical correction to eliminate VUR is an important part of its management and this need is increasing for duplicated collecting systems (DCS). Laparoscopy may have a place in the treatment of VUR. We report our initial experience in the treatment of refluxing DCS by laparoscopic extravesical transperitoneal approach (LETA) following Lich-Gregoir technique. The aim of this study was to describe the evolution and evaluate the results and benefits of this technique. MATERIALS AND METHODS Between August 2007 and January 2010, 60 renal units in 43 children with VUR and deterioration of renal function on isotope renography were treated with LETA following the Lich-Gregoir procedure. Twelve patients had refluxing DCS in a lower polar system; three of them had bilateral VUR. Three cases of refluxing DCS were associated to obstruction. Two of them presented an ectopic ureterocele with adequate split renal function and another had an ectopic ureterocele with complete deterioration of upper polar renal function. Their mean age was 36 months (range: 15-80 months). RESULTS The mean surgical time was 90 minutes (38-140 minutes) in unilateral and 144 minutes (120-200 minutes) in bilateral VUR including cystoscopy. All procedures were successfully completed laparoscopically and the reflux was corrected in all patients. One-stage laparoscopic heminephroureterectomy with excision of ureterocele and ureteric reimplantation was done in 1 case, and ureterocele excision and ureteric reimplantation by LETA were done in 2 cases. The mean hospital stay was 27 hours. A cystogram was performed systematically in all patients at 45 days postoperatively; none of them presented recurrence of VUR. The follow-up period was 11 months (range: 2-24 months), without recurrence of VUR. CONCLUSION LETA following the Lich-Gregoir procedure in refluxing DCS is a safe and effective approach even in unilateral, bilateral simultaneous, and split renal function in duplicated systems. When refluxing DCS is associated with obstruction and total deterioration of upper polar function, heminephroureterectomy with excision of ureterocele and ureteric reimplantation can be safely and effectively performed in a single-stage laparoscopic procedure, which minimizes the hazards of traditional open surgical reconstruction. A shorter hospital stay, decreased postoperative discomfort, reduced recovery period, and a low morbidity to resolve VUR in DCS are the benefits of this technique, with success rates similar to the open technique.
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- Manuel Lopez
- Department of Paediatric Surgery, University Hospital of Saint Etienne, Saint Etienne, France.
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Traxel EJ, Minevich EA, Noh PH. A Review: The Application of Minimally Invasive Surgery to Pediatric Urology: Lower Urinary Tract Reconstructive Procedures. Urology 2010; 76:115-20. [DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2009.11.073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2009] [Revised: 10/29/2009] [Accepted: 11/03/2009] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Lopez M, Varlet F. Laparoscopic extravesical transperitoneal approach following the Lich-Gregoir technique in the treatment of vesicoureteral reflux in children. J Pediatr Surg 2010; 45:806-10. [PMID: 20385292 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2009.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2009] [Revised: 10/30/2009] [Accepted: 12/04/2009] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Laparoscopy may have a place in the treatment of vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). We report our initial experience in the treatment of VUR by laparoscopic extravesical transperitoneal approach (LETA) following the Lich-Gregoir technique to describe the evolution and to evaluate the results and benefits of this technique for these patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS Between August 2007 and May 2009, 43 renal units in 30 children (23 female and 7 male) with VUR and deterioration of renal function on isotope renography (17 unilateral and 13 bilateral) were treated with LETA. The mean age was 52 (range, 15-183) months. Nine patients had a double total collector system associated with VUR in a lower system. Two of them had a ureterocele with adequate upper polar rein function, and another had a ureterocele with complete deterioration of upper polar rein function. RESULTS The mean surgical time was 70 (38-120) minutes in unilateral and 124 (100-180) minutes in bilateral VUR. All procedures were successfully completed laparoscopically, and the reflux was corrected in all patients. At the same time, 1 heminephrectomy and 2 ureterocele were removed by laparoscopy and endoscopy, respectively. We had 1 ureter leakage 15 days postoperation that underwent a redo reimplantation. In cases of bilateral VUR, 1 patient presented postoperative bladder emptying difficulty and required temporary urethral catheterization postoperatively. The mean hospital stay was 24 hours. A cystogram was performed systematically in all patients at 45 days postoperation; none of them presented recurrence of VUR. The follow-up was 11 (range, 2-24) months, without recurrence of VUR. CONCLUSION Laparoscopic extravesical transperitoneal approach in the treatment of VUR is a safe and effective approach even in unilateral, bilateral simultaneous, and double total collector system. The technique results in a shorter hospital stay, less postoperative discomfort, and reduced recovery period, with a low morbidity to resolve the VUR and with success rates similar to the open technique.
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- Manuel Lopez
- Department of Paediatric Surgery, University Hospital of Saint Etienne, 42270 Saint Etienne, France.
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