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Klemm J, Dahlem R, Kluth LA, Rosenbaum CM, Shariat SF, Fisch M, Vetterlein MW. [Evaluation and management of urethral strictures-guideline summary 2024 : Part 2-posterior urethra]. UROLOGIE (HEIDELBERG, GERMANY) 2024; 63:15-24. [PMID: 38057615 DOI: 10.1007/s00120-023-02241-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 12/08/2023]
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In light of recently published international guidelines concerning the diagnosis, treatment, and aftercare of urethral strictures and stenoses, the objective of this study was to synthesize an overview of guideline recommendations provided by the American Urological Association (AUA, 2023), the Société Internationale d'Urologie (SIU, 2010), and the European Association of Urology (EAU, 2023). The recommendations offered by these three associations, as well as the guidelines addressing urethral trauma from the EAU, AUA, and the Urological Society of India (USI), were assessed in terms of their guidance on posterior urethral stenosis. On the whole, the recommendations from the various guidelines exhibit considerable alignment. However, SIU and EAU place a stronger emphasis on the role of repeated endoscopic treatment compared to AUA. The preferred approach for managing radiation-induced bulbomembranous stenosis remains a subject of debate. Furthermore, endoscopic treatments enhanced with intralesional therapies may potentially serve as a significant treatment modality for addressing even fully obliterated stenoses.
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- Jakob Klemm
- Klinik und Poliklinik für Urologie, Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistr. 52, 20246, Hamburg, Deutschland
- Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medizinische Universität Wien, Universitätsklinik für Urologie, Wien, Österreich
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Urologie, Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistr. 52, 20246, Hamburg, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Urologie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt am Main, Frankfurt am Main, Deutschland
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- Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medizinische Universität Wien, Universitätsklinik für Urologie, Wien, Österreich
- Hourani Center for Applied Scientific Research, Al-Ahliyya Amman University, Amman, Jordanien
- Karl Landsteiner Institut für Urologie und Andrologie, Wien, Österreich
- Department of Urology, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY, USA
- Department of Urology, University of Texas Southwestern, Dallas, TX, USA
- Department of Urology, Second Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Prag, Tschechien
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Urologie, Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistr. 52, 20246, Hamburg, Deutschland
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Urologie, Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistr. 52, 20246, Hamburg, Deutschland.
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Cubuk A, Weinberger S, Moldovan ED, Schaeff V, Neymeyer J. Use of the Allium Round Posterior Stent for the Treatment of Recurrent Vesicourethral Anastomosis Stricture. Urology 2023; 179:118-125. [PMID: 37429546 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2023.06.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2023] [Revised: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 06/29/2023] [Indexed: 07/12/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To compare outcomes of monopolar incision and Allium Round Posterior Stent (RPS) insertion for the treatment of recurrent vesicourethral anastomosis stricture. METHODS Having a suprapubic catheter and an obstructed pattern with a peak flow rate (PFR) ≤12 mL/s on uroflowmetry were the indications for the surgery. Once the fibrotic vesicourethral anastomosis was incised, RPS was inserted at the level of vesicourethral anastomosis under fluoroscopic guidance. All the stents were removed at postoperative first year. Patients were evaluated 3months after stent removal. Objective cure was defined as no need to further treatments and PFR ≥12 mL/s while subjective cure was defined as having points <4 on Patient Global Impression of Improvements scale. RESULTS Of the 30 patients with a median age 66 (52-74) enrolled in the study, 18 had a suprapubic catheter, remaining 12 had median PFR 5.2 (2-10) mL/s. Stent migration was noted in two patients, these stents were replaced by new ones. Stone formation was diagnosed in one patient, a pneumatic-lithotripsy was performed. The median follow-up time was 28 (4-60) months following stent removal. Six cases needed further treatment after removal. The median PFR of remaining 24 patients was 20 (16-30) mL/s (P = .001). The objective cure rate was 24/30(80%), the Patient Global Impression of Improvements scores varied from 1 to 2, meaning subjective cure rate was 24/30(80%). For the six failed cases, according to patient preferences a lifetime RPS insertion was planned. CONCLUSION With its minimally invasive nature, reversibility, and acceptable success and complication rates, incision of anastomosis and insertion of the RPS for a 1-year duration is a promising option for the treatment of recurrent vesicourethral anastomosis stricture.
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- Alkan Cubuk
- Department of Urology, Kırklareli University, Kırklareli, Turkey.
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- Department of Urology, Charite University, Berlin, Germany
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Abbasi B, Shaw NM, Lui JL, Li KD, Sudhakar A, Low P, Hakam N, Nabavizadeh B, Breyer BN. Posterior urethral stenosis: a comparative review of the guidelines. World J Urol 2022; 40:2591-2600. [PMID: 36018366 PMCID: PMC9617833 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-022-04131-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2022] [Accepted: 08/08/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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PURPOSE We aimed to provide a thorough comparative review of the available guidelines on the diagnosis, management, and follow-up for patients with posterior urethral stenosis by the American Urologic Association (2016), Société Internationale d'Urologie (2010), and European Urologic Association (2022). METHODS The AUA, SIU, and EAU guidelines were evaluated for recommendations on the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of posterior urethral stenosis. We also included the EAU and AUA urologic trauma guidelines for the trauma-related stenosis. The level or strength of recommendations is included in case of disparity between the guidelines. RESULTS The three guidelines align considerably in recommendations provided for the diagnosis, management, and follow-up of patients with posterior urethral stenosis. SIU and EAU emphasize the role of repeat endoscopic treatment in guidelines compared to AUA. CONCLUSION The preferred method to repair bulbo-membranous stricture/stenosis following radiation therapy remains an area of active interest, focusing on continence preservation. Additionally, there may be a role for advanced endoscopic treatments with or without adjunct therapies to manage even obliterated stenoses.
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- Behzad Abbasi
- Department of Urology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, USA
- Department of Urology, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington DC, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, USA.
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, USA.
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Martins FE, Holm HV, Lumen N. Devastated Bladder Outlet in Pelvic Cancer Survivors: Issues on Surgical Reconstruction and Quality of Life. J Clin Med 2021; 10:4920. [PMID: 34768438 PMCID: PMC8584541 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10214920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2021] [Revised: 10/18/2021] [Accepted: 10/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Bladder outlet obstruction following treatment of pelvic cancer, predominantly prostate cancer, occurs in 1-8% of patients. The high incidence of prostate cancer combined with the long-life expectancy after treatment has increased concerns with cancer survivorship care. However, despite increased oncological cure rates, these adverse events do occur, compromising patients' quality of life. Non-traumatic obstruction of the posterior urethra and bladder neck include membranous and prostatic urethral stenosis and bladder neck stenosis (also known as contracture). The devastated bladder outlet can result from benign conditions, such as neurogenic dysfunction, trauma, iatrogenic causes, or more frequently from complications of oncologic treatment, such as prostate, bladder and rectum. Most posterior urethral stenoses may respond to endoluminal treatments such as dilatation, direct vision internal urethrotomy, and occasionally urethral stents. Although surgical reconstruction offers the best chance of durable success, these reconstructive options are fraught with severe complications and, therefore, are far from being ideal. In patients with prior RT, failed reconstruction, densely fibrotic and/or necrotic and calcified posterior urethra, refractory incontinence or severe comorbidities, reconstruction may not be either feasible or recommended. In these cases, urinary diversion with or without cystectomy is usually required. This review aims to discuss the diagnostic evaluation and treatment options for patients with bladder outlet obstruction with a special emphasis on patients unsuitable for reconstruction of the posterior urethra and requiring urinary diversion.
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- Francisco E. Martins
- Department of Urology, School of Medicine, University of Lisbon, Hospital Santa Maria/CHULN, 1649-035 Lisbon, Portugal
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- Department of Urology, Ghent University Hospital, 9000 Ghent, Belgium;
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Lumen N, Campos-Juanatey F, Greenwell T, Martins FE, Osman NI, Riechardt S, Waterloos M, Barratt R, Chan G, Esperto F, Ploumidis A, Verla W, Dimitropoulos K. European Association of Urology Guidelines on Urethral Stricture Disease (Part 1): Management of Male Urethral Stricture Disease. Eur Urol 2021; 80:190-200. [PMID: 34059397 DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2021.05.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2021] [Accepted: 05/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To present a summary of the 2021 version of the European Association of Urology (EAU) guidelines on management of male urethral stricture disease. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION The panel performed a literature review on these topics covering a time frame between 2008 and 2018, and used predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria for the literature to be selected. Key papers beyond this time period could be included as per panel consensus. A strength rating for each recommendation was added based on a review of the available literature and after panel discussion. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS Management of male urethral strictures has extensively been described in literature. Nevertheless, few well-designed studies providing high level of evidence are available. In well-resourced countries, iatrogenic injury to the urethra is one of the most common causes of strictures. Asymptomatic strictures do not always need active treatment. Endoluminal treatments can be used for short, nonobliterative strictures at the bulbar and posterior urethra as first-line treatment. Repetitive endoluminal treatments are not curative. Urethroplasty encompasses a multitude of techniques, and adaptation of the technique to the local conditions of the stricture is crucial to obtain durable patency rates. CONCLUSIONS Management of male urethral strictures is complex, and a multitude of techniques are available. Selection of the appropriate technique is crucial, and these guidelines provide relevant recommendations. PATIENT SUMMARY Injury to the urethra by medical interventions is one of the most common reasons of male urethral stricture disease in well-resourced countries. Although different techniques are available to manage urethral strictures, not every technique is appropriate for every type of stricture. These guidelines, developed based on an extensive literature review, aim to guide physicians in the selection of the appropriate technique(s) to treat a specific type of urethral stricture.
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- Nicolaas Lumen
- Division of Urology, Gent University Hospital, Gent, Belgium.
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- Department of Urology, University College London Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Urology, Santa Maria University Hospital, University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Department of Urology, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, Sheffield, UK
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- Department of Urology, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Division of Urology, Gent University Hospital, Gent, Belgium; Division of Urology, AZ Maria Middelares, Gent, Belgium
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- Department of Urology, University College London Hospital, London, UK
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- Division of Urology, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada
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- Department of Urology, Campus Biomedico University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Urology, Gent University Hospital, Gent, Belgium
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[Urethro-vesical anastomosis reconstruction using extra-peritoneal robot-assisted laparoscopy for anastomotic stenosis after radical prostatectomy]. Prog Urol 2021; 31:591-597. [PMID: 33468413 DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2020.12.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2020] [Revised: 12/10/2020] [Accepted: 12/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Urethro-vesical anastomosis stenosis following radical prostatectomy is a rare complication but represents a challenging situation. While the first-line treatment is endoscopic, recurrences after urethrotomies require a radical approach. We present the updated results of our patient's cohort treated by pure robotic anastomosis refection. MATERIAL AND METHODS This is a retrospective, single-center study focusing on one surgeon's experience. Patients presented an urethro-vesical stricture following a radical prostatectomy. Each patient received at least one endoscopic treatment. The procedure consisted of a circumferential resection of the stenosis, followed by a re-anastomosis with well-vascularized tissue. We reviewed the outcomes in terms of symptomatic recurrences and continence after the reconstructive surgery. RESULTS From April 2013 to May 2020, 8 patients underwent this procedure. Half of the patients had previously been treated with salvage radio-hormonotherapy. The median age was 70 years (64-76). The mean operative time was 109minutes (60-180) and blood loss was 120cc (50-250). One patient had an early postoperative complication, with vesico-pubic fistula. The average length of stay was 4.6 days (3-8). Mean follow-up was 24.25 months (1-66). Half of the patients experienced a recurrence at a median time of 8.25 months (6-11) after surgery. Five patients experienced incontinence of which 3 required an artificial urinary sphincter implantation. CONCLUSION Extra-peritoneal robot-assisted urethro-vesical reconstruction is feasible and safe to manage bladder neck stricture after radical prostatectomy. The risk of postoperative incontinence is high, justifying preoperative information. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III.
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Lavollé A, de la Taille A, Chahwan C, Champy CM, Grinholtz D, Hoznek A, Yiou R, Vordos D, Ingels A. Extraperitoneal Robot-Assisted Vesicourethral Reconstruction to Manage Anastomotic Stricture Following Radical Prostatectomy. Urology 2019; 133:129-134. [PMID: 31381896 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2019.07.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2019] [Revised: 07/22/2019] [Accepted: 07/24/2019] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To demonstrate the feasibility of robot-assisted vesicourethral reconstruction. Vesicourethral anastomotic stricture following radical prostatectomy is a real challenge for reconstructive surgery when facing several endoscopic management failures. MATERIAL AND METHODS This is a case series of robot-assisted vesicourethral reconstruction for anastomotic stricture failing endoscopic management. The procedure was performed with an extraperitoneal approach. The fibrotic anastomotic region was resected and a new vesicourethral running suture was performed with well-vascularized tissue. Bladder catheter was removed after 7 days. RESULTS Six procedures were performed from April 2013 to May 2018 at our department. One patient had a robot-assisted radical prostatectomy at our department; the 5 others were referred from other institutions after receiving open prostatectomies. Three patients had salvage radiation therapy before reconstruction. Mean age was of 73.8 years (68-82). There was no peroperative complication. Mean operative time was of 108 minutes (60-180)], with a mean estimated blood loss of 130 mL (50-300). After surgery, 3 patients presented recurrences managed endoscopically without recurrence after 3, 5, and 11 months. Three patients presented incontinence treated with artificial sphincter implantation. One patient had no residual symptom after 5 years of follow-up. CONCLUSIONS Robot-assisted vesicourethral reconstruction is a safe procedure. It is an option to consider when facing recurring anastomotic stricture following radical prostatectomy. It is an alternative to the perineal approach and an option before urinary diversion. Patients should be informed of the risks of incontinence and recurrence before surgery especially if they had radiation therapy.
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- Department of Urology, Mondor Hospital, Créteil, France
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- Department of Urology, Mondor Hospital, Créteil, France
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Campos-Juanatey F, Portillo Martín JA. [Management of vesicourethral anastomotic stenosis after radical prostatectomy]. Rev Int Androl 2018; 17:110-118. [PMID: 30237067 DOI: 10.1016/j.androl.2018.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2018] [Revised: 05/13/2018] [Accepted: 05/20/2018] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Vesicourethral anastomotic stenosis is a relatively uncommon problem after radical prostatectomy, but it could become recurrent and difficult to treat. Risk factors are known, and they can help to decrease the incidence. When discussing the therapeutic plan, we must consider the stenosis risk, and also the urinary continence after the prostatectomy. Many treatment schedules are proposed, some of them with low available evidence, limited to case series with different number of patient and follow-up length, or reviews on the subject. Endoscopic options are the commonest, obtaining different success rates depending on the incision, resection or vaporization of the tissue. They could also benefit from the use of adjuvant local injections of drugs regulating tissue growth. Recurrent or obliterated cases could require surgical reconstruction using perineal, abdominal or combined approaches, or even suprapubic urinary diversions.
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- Félix Campos-Juanatey
- Servicio de Urología, Hospital Universitario Marqués de Valdecilla, Santander, Cantabria, España.
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- Servicio de Urología, Hospital Universitario Marqués de Valdecilla, Santander, Cantabria, España; Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Cantabria, Santander, Cantabria, España
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Rocco NR, Zuckerman JM. An update on best practice in the diagnosis and management of post-prostatectomy anastomotic strictures. Ther Adv Urol 2017; 9:99-110. [PMID: 28588647 PMCID: PMC5444622 DOI: 10.1177/1756287217701391] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2017] [Accepted: 03/06/2017] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Postprostatectomy vesicourethral anastomotic stenosis (VUAS) remains a challenging problem for both patient and urologist. Improved surgical techniques and perioperative identification and treatment of risk factors has led to a decline over the last several decades. High-level evidence to guide management is lacking, primarily relying on small retrospective studies and expert opinion. Endourologic therapies, including dilation and transurethral incision or resection with or without adjunct injection of scar modulators is considered first-line management. Recalcitrant VUAS requires surgical reconstruction of the vesicourethral anastomosis, and in poor surgical candidates, a chronic indwelling catheter or urinary diversion may be the only option. This review provides an update in the diagnosis and management of postprostatectomy VUAS.
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- Naval Medical Center San Diego, 34800 Bob Wilson Drive, San Diego, CA 92134, USA
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Secondary bladder neck sclerosis represents one of the more frequent complications following endoscopic, open, and other forms of minimally invasive prostate surgery. Therapeutic decisions depend on the type of previous intervention (e.g., radical prostatectomy, TURP, HoLEP, radiotherapy, HIFU) and on associated complications (e.g., incontinence, fistula). Primary treatment in most cases represents an endoscopic bilateral incision. No specific advantages of any type of the applied energy (i.e., mono-/bipolar HF current, cold incision, holmium/thulium YAG laser) could be documented. Adjuvant measures such as injection of corticosteroids or mitomycin C have not been helpful in clinical routine. In case of first recurrence, a transurethral monopolar or bipolar resection can usually be performed. Recently, the ablation of the scared tissue using bipolar vaporization has been recommended providing slightly better long-term results. Thereafter, surgical reconstruction is strongly recommended using an open, laparoscopic, or robot-assisted approach. Depending on the extent of the bladder neck sclerosis and the underlying prostate surgery, a Y-V/T-plasty, urethral reanastomosis, or even a radical prostatectomy with new urethravesical anastomosis should be performed. Stent implantation should be reserved for patients who are not suitable for surgery. The final palliative measure is a cystectomy with urinary diversion or a (continent) cystostomy.
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Campos-Juanatey F, Portillo Martín J, Gómez Illanes R, Velarde Ramos L. Nontraumatic posterior urethral stenosis. Actas Urol Esp 2017; 41:1-10. [PMID: 27133545 DOI: 10.1016/j.acuro.2016.03.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2016] [Accepted: 03/28/2016] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Posterior urethral stenoses and contractures are complications after treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), localised prostate cancer (PCa), and orthotopic neobladder formation, compromising prognosis and functional outcomes. OBJECTIVES To identify factors related to aetiology, prevention and treatment of non-traumatic posterior urethral stenosis and contractures. ACQUISITION OF EVIDENCE Review of the published evidence related to posterior urethral stenosis and contractures after PCa treatment, BPH therapies and orthotopic neobladder formation. PubMed database search with English and Spanish papers considered. Cohort studies, case series, prospective and retrospective studies and review papers were included. SYNTHESIS OF EVIDENCE Posterior urethral stenoses and contractures are common, leading to significant morbidity. A worsening on voiding quality should rise some concerns. Careful surgical and/or radiotherapic techniques prevent their development. Endoscopic therapies are the initial approach, with complex urethroplasties often required. Subsequent urinary incontinence, the most important sequelae, may need artificial sphincters. CONCLUSIONS Non-traumatic posterior urethral stenoses could be important complications, potentially compromising the outcomes of initial therapy. They could require complex surgeries leading to urinary incontinence.
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Chen ML, Correa AF, Santucci RA. Urethral Strictures and Stenoses Caused by Prostate Therapy. Rev Urol 2016; 18:90-102. [PMID: 27601967 DOI: 10.3909/riu0685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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The number of patients with prostate cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia is on the rise. As a result, the volume of prostate treatment and treatment-related complications is also increasing. Urethral strictures and stenoses are relatively common complications that require individualized management based on the length and location of the obstruction, and the patient's overall health, and goals of care. In general, less invasive options such as dilation and urethrotomy are preferred as first-line therapy, followed by more invasive substitution, flap, and anastomotic urethroplasty.
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- Mang L Chen
- California Pacific Medical Center, Davies Campus San Francisco, CA
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- Department of Urology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Pittsburgh, PA
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- Michigan State College of Medicine, The Center for Urologic Reconstruction, Detroit Medical Center Detroit, MI
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Improving Outcomes of Bulbomembranous Urethroplasty for Radiation-induced Urethral Strictures in Post-Urolume Era. Urology 2016; 99:240-245. [PMID: 27496299 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2016.07.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2016] [Revised: 07/25/2016] [Accepted: 07/26/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate contemporary outcomes of excision and primary anastomosis (EPA) for the treatment of radiation-induced urethral strictures (RUS). PATIENTS AND METHODS A retrospective review of 72 patients undergoing EPA for RUS from 2007 to 2015 by a single surgeon was performed. We analyzed overall and long-term success rates of EPA urethroplasty and compared patient cohorts from two groups, 2007-2012 vs 2013-2015 (post-Urolume). RESULTS During the course of the study, we noted a near doubling of patient volume from the earlier (6.2 patients/year) to later (11.7 patients/year) cohorts. Among the 37 men treated from 2007 to 2012, we identified an EPA success rate of 70% compared with the improved 86% success rate in the subsequent cohort of 35 men treated from 2013 to 2015 (P = .07). Single dilation was successful in 50% of initial and 40% of subsequent cohort patients in the treatment of recurrence. Initial and subsequent cohorts varied only in regard to stricture length (mean 2.0 cm vs 3.0 cm in initial and subsequent cohorts, P = .001) and number treated with Urolume stent (initial 5 vs none in the later cohort, P = .03). Length of follow-up (median 50 [17-97] months for the initial and 22 [6-34] months for the later cohort) was not associated with recurrence. CONCLUSION Increasing numbers of RUS patients are presenting for urethral reconstruction in the post-Urolume era. With increasing experience, we improved success rates of EPA urethroplasty to over 85% despite increased stricture length.
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LaBossiere JR, Cheung D, Rourke K. Endoscopic Treatment of Vesicourethral Stenosis after Radical Prostatectomy: Outcomes and Predictors of Success. J Urol 2016; 195:1495-1500. [DOI: 10.1016/j.juro.2015.12.073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/04/2015] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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- Joseph R. LaBossiere
- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Bladder neck contracture (BNC) is a well-described complication of the surgical treatment of benign and malignant prostate conditions. Nevertheless, etiologies of BNC development are highly dependent on the primary treatment modality undertaken with BNC also occurring after pelvic radiation. The treatment options for BNC can range from simple, office-based dilation procedures to more invasive, complex abdomino-perineal reconstructive surgery. Although numerous strategies have been described, a patient-specific approach is usually necessary in the management of these complex patients. In this review, we highlight various therapeutic maneuvers described for the management of BNC and further delineate a tailored approach utilized at our institution in these complicated patients.
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- Jay Simhan
- 1 Department of Urology, UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX, USA ; 2 Urology Section, Department of Surgery, San Antonio Military Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, USA
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- 1 Department of Urology, UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX, USA ; 2 Urology Section, Department of Surgery, San Antonio Military Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, USA
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- 1 Department of Urology, UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX, USA ; 2 Urology Section, Department of Surgery, San Antonio Military Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, USA
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- 1 Department of Urology, UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX, USA ; 2 Urology Section, Department of Surgery, San Antonio Military Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, USA
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Management of Bladder Neck Contracture in the Prostate Cancer Survivor. Prostate Cancer 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/b978-0-12-800077-9.00040-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Treatment of Urethral Strictures from Irradiation and Other Nonsurgical Forms of Pelvic Cancer Treatment. Adv Urol 2015; 2015:476390. [PMID: 26494994 PMCID: PMC4606407 DOI: 10.1155/2015/476390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2015] [Accepted: 09/13/2015] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Radiation therapy (RT), external beam radiation therapy (EBRT), brachytherapy (BT), photon beam therapy (PBT), high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU), and cryotherapy are noninvasive treatment options for pelvic malignancies and prostate cancer. Though effective in treating cancer, urethral stricture disease is an underrecognized and poorly reported sequela of these treatment modalities. Studies estimate the incidence of stricture from BT to be 1.8%, EBRT 1.7%, combined EBRT and BT 5.2%, and cryotherapy 2.5%. Radiation effects on the genitourinary system can manifest early or months to years after treatment with the onus being on the clinician to investigate and rule-out stricture disease as an underlying etiology for lower urinary tract symptoms. Obliterative endarteritis resulting in ischemia and fibrosis of the irradiated tissue complicates treatment strategies, which include urethral dilation, direct-vision internal urethrotomy (DVIU), urethral stents, and urethroplasty. Failure rates for dilation and DVIU are exceedingly high with several studies indicating that urethroplasty is the most definitive and durable treatment modality for patients with radiation-induced stricture disease. However, a detailed discussion should be offered regarding development or worsening of incontinence after treatment with urethroplasty. Further studies are required to assess the nature and treatment of cryotherapy and HIFU-induced strictures.
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LUTS After Radiotherapy for Prostate Cancer: Evaluation and Treatment. CURRENT BLADDER DYSFUNCTION REPORTS 2015. [DOI: 10.1007/s11884-015-0292-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Urethral stricture disease is poorly understood in prostate cancer survivors who have undergone radiation or ablative treatments. We review the cause and incidence of urethral strictures (excluding bladder neck contracture) in this setting, as well as risk factors and treatment options. RECENT FINDINGS Stricture rates differ for various modalities of radiation therapy, with the highest rate in high-dose-rate brachytherapy. Risk factors include higher dose of radiation delivered to prostate apex, radiation delivered per treatment, and prior transurethral resection of prostate. Cryoablation and high-intensity focused ultrasound of the prostate also carry high risk of urethral stricture formation, particularly in the salvage setting. Dilation or direct vision incision of the urethra can be utilized as a temporizing technique, with frequent recurrence. Urethral stenting is also an option; however, this is associated with a high rate of incontinence. Urethroplasty has durable outcomes for radiation-induced strictures, with a preference for excision and primary anastomosis because of the bulbomembranous location and relatively short length of these strictures. Salvage radical prostatectomy has been described in a small series as treatment for posterior urethral strictures and bladder neck contractures resulting from ablative therapies. SUMMARY Prostate cancer survivors treated with radiation or ablative therapies are at risk for urethral stricture formation. Urethroplasty is a feasible and durable treatment option and should be considered in the appropriate patient.
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Total bladder and posterior urethral reconstruction: salvage technique for defunctionalized bladder with recalcitrant posterior urethral stenosis. J Urol 2014; 193:1649-54. [PMID: 25534328 DOI: 10.1016/j.juro.2014.11.102] [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] [Accepted: 11/25/2014] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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PURPOSE Recalcitrant posterior urethral stenosis is a challenging disease. When combined with a defunctionalized bladder, cutaneous urinary diversion is the most common surgical option. We present a novel technique of total lower urinary tract reconstruction, combining salvage cystectomy, ileal neobladder formation and urethral pull-through, as an orthotopic alternative in patients with a defunctionalized bladder and recalcitrant posterior urethral stenosis. MATERIALS AND METHODS We completed a retrospective review of 8 patients who underwent salvage cystectomy, orthotopic ileal neobladder formation and urethral pull-through. Artificial urinary sphincter placement was performed in a staged fashion. Six patients received prostate cancer treatment including radiation therapy, 1 had urethral disruption after robotic radical prostatectomy, and 1 experienced bladder rupture and urethral distraction injury during a motorcycle accident. Patient demographics, operative variables and postoperative outcomes were examined. RESULTS No high grade complications were observed after salvage cystectomy, orthotopic neobladder formation and urethral pull-through. After staged artificial urinary sphincter placement, a median of 2 revision surgeries (range 0 to 4) was required to establish social continence. All patients maintained functional urinary storage, urethral patency and social continence at a median followup of 58 months. No patient had complications related to orthotopic neobladder formation, including ureteroileal anastomotic stricture or pyelonephritis, and no patient required cutaneous diversion. CONCLUSIONS Total lower urinary tract reconstruction with cystectomy, ileal neobladder formation and urethral pull-through offers an orthotopic alternative for patients with recalcitrant posterior urethral stenosis and defunctionalized bladders. Although it requires staged placement of an artificial urinary sphincter, this approach can offer functional urinary storage, durable urethral patency and avoidance of cutaneous urinary diversion.
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DeLong J, McCammon K. Management of Bladder Neck Stenosis Secondary to Radical Prostatectomy or Radiation Treatment. CURRENT BLADDER DYSFUNCTION REPORTS 2014. [DOI: 10.1007/s11884-014-0250-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Bladder neck contractures and the prostate cancer survivor. Curr Opin Urol 2014; 24:389-94. [PMID: 24901516 DOI: 10.1097/mou.0000000000000065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW To summarize the cause and diagnostic and treatment concerns for bladder neck contractures (BNCs) in the prostate cancer survivor. RECENT FINDINGS BNC rates have decreased significantly in the last 2 decades, likely because of improvement in the surgical technique and increased utilization of laparoscopic and robotic surgery, which may allow better visualization of the vesicourethral anastomosis. Despite these improvements, risk factors such as smoking and coronary artery disease contribute to BNC development. Furthermore, although recent reports have questioned the classical tenets of anastomotic technique such as water-tight anastomoses, there is no evidence that these principles contribute to the risk of BNC development and should continue to be observed. The results of minimally invasive procedures such as urethral dilation and transurethral incision of the bladder neck may be improved with the use of injectable agents. SUMMARY There is little consensus regarding BNC therapy. Although several risk factors contributing to BNC development have been identified, strategies to reduce the risk are unclear. A number of therapeutic options are available, however. In the event of BNC development, treatment should be structured in a hierarchical fashion which minimizes the risk of urinary incontinence.
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Management of Bladder Neck Contractures in the Elderly. CURRENT GERIATRICS REPORTS 2014. [DOI: 10.1007/s13670-013-0074-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Current world literature. Curr Opin Urol 2011; 21:535-40. [PMID: 21975510 DOI: 10.1097/mou.0b013e32834c87d0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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