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Juliebø-Jones P, Antoniou V, Moen CA, Gjengstø P, Æsøy MS, Beisland C, Somani BK, Ulvik Ø. Ureteroscopy in Patients with Urinary Diversion: Outcomes and Lessons Learned from Two European Centres. EUR UROL SUPPL 2023; 50:85-90. [PMID: 37101777 PMCID: PMC10123421 DOI: 10.1016/j.euros.2023.02.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/14/2023] [Indexed: 03/05/2023] Open
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Background Ureteroscopy (URS) in patients with urinary diversion is technically challenging. Common difficulties include anastomotic strictures, tortuosity, and failure to cannulate the ureteric orifice. There are few studies reporting outcomes in this special population. Objective Our aim was to report outcomes at two tertiary centres in Europe. Design setting and participants A multicentre retrospective cohort study was conducted between 2010 and 2022. Intervention URS (antegrade and retrograde) procedures carried out in patients with urinary diversions. Outcome measurements and statistical analysis Outcomes of interest included success at cannulating the ureteric orifice, stone-free rate (SFR), and complications. A logistic regression analysis was performed to identify potential predictors for success at cannulating the ureteric orifice and success at completing the intended procedure in a single session. Results and limitations Fifty patients underwent 72 URS procedures, with most (86%) undergoing a retrograde approach. The majority (82%) of patients had undergone ileal conduit. Wallace was the commonest anastomosis type (64%). Ureteric anastomosis was cannulated successfully in 81% of cases. The most common reason for cannulation failure was the inability to identify the ureteric orifice (11%). A multivariable analysis revealed that an endourologist performing the case was associated with a significantly greater likelihood of cannulation success compared with consultants (odds ratio 25.9, p < 0.001). The mean operative time and hospital stay were 49 min (range: 11-126) and 1 d (range: 0-10), respectively. SFRs were 75% (zero fragments) and 81% (residual fragments ≤2 mm). No intraoperative complications were recorded. The overall postoperative complication rate was 6%. This study is limited by its retrospective status. Conclusions Endourological experience increases the likelihood of successful ureteric cannulation and procedural success. A low complication rate can be achieved despite this being a population with often multiple comorbidities. Patient summary Patients with previous bladder reconstructive surgery can undergo ureteroscopy with good outcomes. Surgeon experience increases the likelihood of treatment success.
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- Patrick Juliebø-Jones
- Department of Urology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
- Corresponding author. Department of Urology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway. Tel. +47 55 97 50 00.
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- Department of Urology. University Hospital Southampton, Southampton, UK
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- Department of Urology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Urology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Urology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Urology. University Hospital Southampton, Southampton, UK
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- Department of Urology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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Tafuri A, Presicce F, Sebben M, Cattaneo F, Rizzetto R, Ferrara F, Bondurri A, Veltri M, Barbierato M, Pata F, Forni C, Roveron G, Rizzo G, Parini D. Surgical management of urinary diversion and stomas in adults: multidisciplinary Italian panel guidelines. Minerva Urol Nephrol 2021; 74:265-280. [PMID: 34114787 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-6051.21.04379-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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BACKGROUND Urinary stomas represent a worldwide medical and social problem. Data from literature about stoma management are extensive, but inhomogeneous. No guidelines exist about this topic. So, clear and comprehensive clinical guidelines based on evidence-based data and best practice are needed. This article aims to elaborate guidelines for practice management of urinary stomas in adults. METHODS Experts guided review of the literature was performed in PubMed, National Guideline Clearing-house and other databases (updated March 31, 2018). The research included guidelines, systematic reviews, meta-analysis, randomized clinical trials, cohort studies and case reports. Five main topics were identified: "stoma preparation", "stoma creation", "stoma complications", "stoma care" and "stoma reversal". The systematic review was performed for each topic and studies were evaluated according to the GRADE system, AGREE II tool. Recommendations were elaborated in the form of statements with an established grade of recommendation for each statement. For low level of scientific evidence statements a consensus conference composed by expert members of the major Italian scientific societies in the field of stoma management and care was performed. RESULTS After discussing, correcting, validating, or eliminating the statements by the experts, the final version of the guidelines with definitive recommendations was elaborated and prepared for publication. This manuscript is focused on statements about surgical management of urinary stomas. These guidelines include recommendations for adult patients only, articles published in English or Italian and with complete text available. CONCLUSIONS These guidelines represent the first Italian guidelines about urinary stoma multidisciplinary management with the aim to assist urologists and stoma specialized nurses during the urinary stoma management and care.
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- Alessandro Tafuri
- Department of Urology, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata Verona, University of Verona, Verona, Italy - .,Department of Neuroscience, Imaging and Clinical Sciences, University G. D'Annunzio of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy -
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- Department of Urology, Ospedale Sacro Cuore Don Calabria IRCCS, Negrar, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Oncological and Surgical Sciences, Urology Clinic, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata Verona, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, San Carlo Borromeo Hospital, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo, Milan, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Luigi Sacco University Hospital, ASST Fatebenefratelli-Sacco, Milan, Italy
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- General Surgery Unit, San Jacopo Hospital, Pistoia, Italy
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- General Surgery Unit, N. Giannettasio Hospital, Corigliano-Rossano, Cosenza, Italy
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- Nursing and Allied Profession Research Unit, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Ostomy and Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Centre, S. Maria Della Misericordia Hospital, Rovigo, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- General Surgery Unit, Santa Maria della Misericordia Hospital, Rovigo, Italy
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While radical nephroureterectomy (RNU) remains the gold-standard treatment for upper tract urothelial carcinoma (UTUC), a growing volume of literature surrounding endoscopic, organ-sparing procedures has developed over the past few decades. Based on this, endoscopic management of UTUC has gained acceptance as a standard of care approach, particularly among those with low-risk disease or with imperative indications for organ preservation. As a rare disease, however, data is mostly restricted to retrospective single institution series with relatively small numbers. Therefore, comparative outcomes of endoscopic management to RNU remain incompletely defined. Furthermore, the comparative utility of endoscopic approaches (ureteroscopy versus percutaneous resection) and topical therapy following resection lacks prospective analysis. In this article we review the available literature on endoscopic management of UTUC.
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- John J Knoedler
- Division of Urology, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, PA, USA
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Olson L, Satherley H, Cleaveland P, Zelhof B, Mokete M, Neilson D, Srirangam S. Retrograde Endourological Management of Upper Urinary Tract Abnormalities in Patients with Ileal Conduit Urinary Diversion: A Dual-Center Experience. J Endourol 2017; 31:841-846. [PMID: 28723230 DOI: 10.1089/end.2017.0271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Patients with ileal conduit urinary diversions are at an increased risk of long-term upper urinary tract (UUT) complications, including anastomotic strictures, infections, and urolithiasis. The reconstructed urinary system poses challenges for endoscopic manipulation. We present and describe our dual-center experience in performing retrograde ureteroscopy to treat or diagnose UUT abnormalities in patients with ileal conduit incontinent diversion. PATIENT AND METHODS We performed a retrospective analysis of medical records for all patients with previous urinary diversion who underwent retrograde ureteroscopic procedures via the ileal loop in our institutions over a 9 year period (between June 2007 and August 2016). RESULTS Fifty-four procedures were performed in 36 patients. Mean age was 61 (28-90) years. Average time from diversion to ureteroscopic procedure was 13.0 (0.08-53) years. Stone disease was the most common indication for intervention in 35.2% (19/54) of cases, with a stone-free rate of 78.9% (15/19). Other indications included surveillance of transitional-cell carcinoma in 22.2% (12/54), diagnostic flexible ureteroscopy (fURS) in 20.4% (11/54), stricture management in 11.1% (6/54), removal of encrusted stent/nephrostomy in 7.4% (4/54), urine leak after diversion in 1.9% (1/54), and miscellaneous in 1.9% (1/54). Successful retrograde access was possible in 74% (40/54) of cases. A long and tortuous ileal segment, too difficult to negotiate, was the most common cause of failure to access the UUT. In 13 out of 54 (24.1%) cases, retrograde fURS was combined with simultaneous percutaneous antegrade access. Six patients (11.1%) developed postprocedural pyrexia requiring additional antibiotic therapy, and one (1.9%) patient required embolization of the renal artery for ongoing bleeding. Median length of stay was 1 day (0-55), with 13 (24%) being performed as day-case procedures. CONCLUSIONS Retrograde ureteroscopy in patients with ileal conduits can be technically challenging due to distorted anatomy. This procedure can be safely performed in experienced hands with standard endourological equipment. An antegrade approach can be carried out simultaneously, which may be required in a small number of patients.
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- 2 Department of Urology, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals , Preston, United Kingdom
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- 2 Department of Urology, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals , Preston, United Kingdom
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- 2 Department of Urology, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals , Preston, United Kingdom
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- 3 Department of Urology, East Lancashire Teaching Hospitals , Blackburn, United Kingdom
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- 3 Department of Urology, East Lancashire Teaching Hospitals , Blackburn, United Kingdom
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Ho A, Sarmah P, Bres-Niewada E, Somani BK. Ureteroscopy for stone disease: expanding roles in the modern era. Cent European J Urol 2017; 70:175-178. [PMID: 28721285 PMCID: PMC5510346 DOI: 10.5173/ceju.2017.1343] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2017] [Revised: 05/10/2017] [Accepted: 05/13/2017] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION The prevalence of urolithiasis is increasing worldwide and is causing significant morbidity and cost to the healthcare systems. While ureteroscopy (URS) has been established as a treatment option, our review highlights the expanding role of URS for the management of more complex stones and patients in the modern era. MATERIAL AND METHODS Ureteroscopy has shown to have good outcomes with stone free rates (SFR) comparable to other treatment modalities. Relevant publications have been identified. Their findings were critically appraised and used to formulate clinically oriented conclusions. RESULTS The use of URS has increased and now includes URS management for large stones, bilateral stone disease, obesity, pregnancy, pediatrics, solitary kidney, horseshoe kidney and patients with a bleeding diathesis. CONCLUSIONS With advances in URS technique and technology, its role has expanded to offer treatment in difficult clinical scenarios with good outcomes.
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- Adrian Ho
- University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust, United Kingdom
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- Medical University of Warsaw, Department of Urology, Warsaw, Poland
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Outcomes Following First-line Endourologic Management of Ureteroenteric Anastomotic Strictures After Urinary Diversion: A Single-center Study. Urology 2016; 102:38-42. [PMID: 27765587 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2016.10.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2016] [Revised: 10/01/2016] [Accepted: 10/03/2016] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To assess the outcomes of patients following a first-line systematic endourologic procedure used to treat ureteroenteric anastomotic strictures (UEAS). MATERIALS AND METHODS All data from patients treated using a first-line endourologic approach for UEAS between 2010 and 2015 were reviewed retrospectively. The following data were analyzed: age, type of urinary diversion, initial symptoms, surgical endoscopic approach (antegrade or retrograde), pre- and postoperative creatinine levels, and postoperative complications and outcomes. Follow-up visits occurred at 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months postoperatively, and at least annually thereafter. RESULTS A total of 27 patients (median age: 62.5 years) were included. Overall, 28 UEAS were treated endoscopically (ileal conduit: n = 25; neobladder: n = 3). Most UEAS developed following radical cystectomy for bladder cancer (n = 19). Overall, the endoscopic approach was successful in 20 cases (71.4%). The UEAS length was >1 cm in 21 cases (75%). All UEAS of <1 cm were treated successfully (n = 7). There were three grade II and five grade III complications. The median follow-up period was 25 months. The median creatinine levels before surgery and at last follow-up were 1.3 mg/dL and 0.9 mg/dL, respectively. CONCLUSION An endourologic procedure is a reasonable option for first-line treatment for UEAS and has promising functional outcomes and limited morbidity.
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