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Zhu XJ, Huang LQ, Liu S, Dong J, Zhu HB, Chen CJ, Wang LX, Guo YF, Deng YJ, Lu RG. Comparison of proximal and distal laparoscopic ureteroureterostomy for complete duplex kidneys in children. Int Urol Nephrol 2024:10.1007/s11255-024-04108-3. [PMID: 38861105 DOI: 10.1007/s11255-024-04108-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2023] [Accepted: 04/03/2024] [Indexed: 06/12/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To compare efficacy of proximal and distal laparoscopic ureteroureterostomy (UU) for complete duplex kidneys in children. METHODS Patients who underwent laparoscopic UU for complete duplex kidneys between December 2016 and July 2022 were reviewed retrospectively. 71 patients who had normal lower pole moiety without vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) were recruited. All of them underwent ultrasound, voiding cystourethrography (VCUG), renal scintigraphy, and magnetic resonance urography preoperatively. Proximal laparoscopic UU was performed in 35 patients and distal laparoscopic UU in 36 patients. Double J stents were placed in normal lower pole moieties. Clinical data, including general information, diagnosis, surgical management, imaging characteristics, clinical symptoms and postoperative complications (classified according to the modified Clavien-Dindo classification), and length of stay were recorded. Measurement date comparisons between groups were performed by t test, counting date were analyzed by chi-square test. RESULTS The study consisted of 71 patients (56 females and 15 males) with complete duplex kidneys (41 in left kidney and 30 in right kidney). The patients' mean age was 34 m (range 3-161 m) and follow-up ranged from 25 to 81 m. No significant difference was found in age and follow-up time between the two groups. Laparoscopic UU was performed in all patients successfully. The operation time of the two groups was 108.42 ± 26.95 min for distal UU vs 121.46 ± 35.15 min for proximal UU(p = 0.14). No significant difference in postoperative complications was seen between the two groups (22.2% vs 31.4%, p = 0.345). However, in terms of the grading of postoperative complications, the proximal UU group had a higher grade (3 of them had a grade of IV) and more serious complications. CONCLUSIONS There was no significant difference in the overall incidence of complications between distal and proximal UU. Compared with proximal laparoscopic UU, distal laparoscopic UU is easier to perform with less injury to the peripheral tissues. Postoperative complications of proximal UU are more serious and more difficult to manage. We recommend complete duplex kidney ureteral reconstruction with distal UU.
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- Xiao-Jiang Zhu
- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 72 Guangzhou Road, Nanjing, 210008, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 72 Guangzhou Road, Nanjing, 210008, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 72 Guangzhou Road, Nanjing, 210008, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 72 Guangzhou Road, Nanjing, 210008, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 72 Guangzhou Road, Nanjing, 210008, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 72 Guangzhou Road, Nanjing, 210008, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 72 Guangzhou Road, Nanjing, 210008, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 72 Guangzhou Road, Nanjing, 210008, China
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 72 Guangzhou Road, Nanjing, 210008, China.
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 72 Guangzhou Road, Nanjing, 210008, China.
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Pohl HG. Embryology, Treatment, and Outcomes of Ureteroceles in Children. Urol Clin North Am 2023; 50:371-389. [PMID: 37385701 DOI: 10.1016/j.ucl.2023.04.007] [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: 07/01/2023]
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A ureterocele is a congenital cystic dilatation of the intravesical ureter that may affect either a single system kidney or the upper pole of a duplex system. The position of ureteral orifice correlates with function of associated renal moiety. Ureteroceles associated with good renal function and prompt drainage or ureteroceles associated with no renal function can be managed nonoperatively. Endoscopic puncture of ureteroceles addresses most cases; iatrogenic reflux may rarely require secondary surgery. Robot-assisted laparoscopic upper pole nephroureterectomy and ureteroureterostomy procedures are rarely associated with complications.
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- Hans G Pohl
- Urology and Pediatrics, The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Urology, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Avenue, NW, Suite WW-4400, Washington, DC 20010, USA.
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Morgan KE, Yeaman C, Ross SS, Michael J, Pohl HG, Casella DP, Sprague BM, Zee RS, Herndon CDA, Kern NG. Upper pole pathologies in duplex kidneys: an analysis of predictive factors for surgery and urinary tract infections from the Mid-Atlantic Pediatric Academic Consortium. J Pediatr Urol 2022; 18:803.e1-803.e6. [PMID: 35691790 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2022.05.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2022] [Revised: 05/03/2022] [Accepted: 05/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE While there is significant data on the natural history and outcomes for prenatal hydronephrosis in simplex kidneys, duplex kidneys tend to be less studied. Management can be quite variable based on provider preference. We aimed to describe practice patterns from several tertiary academic institutions, identify clinical predictors for surgical intervention and urinary tract infection (UTI) for upper pole pathology, and demonstrate the natural history of lower pole vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). METHODS We conducted a retrospective review of patients from 4 Mid-Atlantic institutions between 2015 and 2020. Inclusion criteria included patients with a duplex kidney with upper pole pathology and/or lower pole VUR. The primary outcome was predictive factors for surgical intervention and UTI. The secondary outcome was to assess the natural history of lower pole VUR including resolution rates by grade. Linear regression identified clinical predictors for UTI events. Multivariate logistic regression identified predictors of surgical intervention, UTI, and lower pole VUR resolution. Descriptive statistics and regression modeling analyses were performed using SAS. RESULTS Two hundred forty-two patients were included with a total of 271 duplex renal units. Hydronephrosis grade (both SFU and UTD grading) and number of prior UTI events were statistically significant predictors for surgical intervention (p = 0.03/0.001 and p = 0.002 respectively). Ectopic ureter (p = 0.004), ureterocele (p = 0.02), and obstruction (p = 0.04) were the only pathologies predictive for surgery. Male gender and circumcision were significantly associated with decreased UTI risk (p = 0.03 and p = 0.01). On linear regression modeling, antibiotic prophylaxis after the first year of life was associated with decreased risk of further UTI events (p = 0.03); however, antibiotic prophylaxis within the first year of life did not decrease UTI risk (p = 0.14). For VUR outcomes, 65.0% of grades 1-3 VUR and 52.2% of grades 4-5 had resolution/improvement at mean time of 2.1 years. There were no predictive factors for resolution/improvement of VUR. CONCLUSIONS Hydronephrosis grade and UTI events were significant predictors for surgical intervention for upper pole pathology. Pathologies that were predictive for surgery included ectopic ureter, ureterocele and obstruction. Male gender, circumcision and antibiotic prophylaxis after the first year of life were associated with a decreased UTI risk. Roughly 58% of lower pole VUR spontaneously improved/resolved. Identification of these risk factors aids in standardization of care practices to reduce long-term UTI risk and inform counseling with families about possible need for surgical intervention and expectations for long term outcomes.
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- Kathryn E Morgan
- Department of Urology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Pediatric Urology, Washington, DC, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Pediatric Urology, Washington, DC, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Pediatric Urology, Washington, DC, USA
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- Department of Urology, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA.
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Bilateral complete duplication of ureter with ectopic ureter presenting as persistent urinary dribbling with normal voiding pattern in 17-year-old female: Case report. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 84:104824. [PMID: 36582920 PMCID: PMC9793118 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.104824] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2022] [Revised: 09/29/2022] [Accepted: 10/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Introduction and importance: Bilateral complete ureteral duplication is a rare urinary tract abnormality and presence of unilateral ectopic ureter makes it a rarest entity. Continuous urinary dribbling with normal voiding pattern and recurrent UTI are frequent presenting complains in case of ectopic ureter. Long term childhood problem of urinary incontinence with delayed diagnosis in adult in this case makes it a perfect case to report. Presentation of case We present a case of 17-year-old girl with continuous urinary dribbling and constant wetting with normal voiding pattern since childhood. She also had recurrent history of urinary tract infections. Clinical findings and investigations Local external examination of genitourinary system was found to be normal. There were skin lesions on buttocks and thighs suggestive of urine dermatitis. There were no examination findings of other congenital anomalies. Complete blood count, Renal function test, Serology, Urine R/ME, Urine culture and sensitivity, Ultrasound abdomen and pelvis, Computed Tomography scan, intraoperative cystoscopy were done. Intervention and outcome Right upper pole hemi nephroureterectomy was performed. She was post operatively managed with IV Fluids, antibiotics, analgesics, antipyretics and antiemetics. She is asymptomatic now and regularly followed up on OPD basis. Relevance and impact Congenital abnormalities of the genitourinary system like ectopic ureter should be clinically suspected in case of persistent urinary problems like urinary dribbling with normal voiding pattern and recurrent urinary tract infections. Upper pole heminephrectomy is an ideal choice of treatment in case of nonfunctional upper moiety. This case emphasizes the early detection of genitourinary abnormalities and provide the perspective on late diagnosis and management in such cases.
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Sahadev R, Rodriguez MV, Kawal T, Barashi N, Srinivasan AK, Gundeti M, Shukla AR. Upper or lower tract approach for duplex anomalies? A bi-institutional comparative analysis of robot-assisted approaches. J Robot Surg 2022; 16:1321-1328. [PMID: 35079941 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-022-01372-2] [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: 04/29/2021] [Accepted: 01/12/2022] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Optimal management of duplication anomalies may include an upper or lower tract surgical approach. In the contemporary era, the robot-assisted laparoscopic heminephrectomy (RALHN) and robot-assisted laparoscopic ipsilateral ureteroureterostomy (RALIUU) are viable interventions predicated on clinical, institutional and surgeon preferences. We present a multi-institutional comparative analysis aiming to compare the outcomes of RALHN and RALIUU to see if either of the approaches confers an advantage over the other in treating duplex renal anomalies needing intervention. We completed a retrospective review of consecutive children undergoing RALIUU at Hospital A and RALHN at Hospital B from January 2009 to March 2017. The primary outcome was 'surgical success' defined by the resolution of clinical symptoms, improved radiological parameters, and no unplanned subsequent interventions till the time of study completion. Secondary outcomes included operative parameters, complications, and subsequent urinary infections. There were 39 RALIUU and 28 RALHN. Baseline demographic and clinical parameters across two cohorts were similar. The primary outcome of 'surgical success' was 100% across both cohorts. There were no major surgical complications, and the incidence of postoperative urinary tract infection was minimal and similar for both groups. Operative time favored RALHN; blood loss and analgesic requirements were minimal in both cohorts. Both RALIUU and RALHN are definitive surgical interventions in children with complex duplex moieties, delivering satisfactory surgical outcomes with a low complication profile and marginal differences in the postoperative patient outcomes. This pilot bi-institutional study provides the basis for a larger collaboration to further define optimal techniques, standardize surgical care pathways, and interrogate long-term outcomes.
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- Ravindra Sahadev
- Pediatric Urology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401, Civic center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA.
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- Pediatric Urology, University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital, 5721 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637, USA
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- Pediatric Urology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401, Civic center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Pediatric Urology, University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital, 5721 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637, USA
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- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401, Civic center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital, 5721 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637, USA
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- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401, Civic center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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Chertin L, Neeman BB, Stav K, Noh PH, Koucherov S, Gaber J, Zisman A, Chertin B, Dubrov V, Bondarenko S, Neheman A. Robotic versus laparoscopic ipsilateral uretero-ureterostomy for upper urinary tract duplications in the pediatric population: A multi-institutional review of outcomes and complications. J Pediatr Surg 2021; 56:2377-2380. [PMID: 33468310 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2020.12.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2020] [Revised: 12/19/2020] [Accepted: 12/23/2020] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To review and compare robotic ipsilateral uretero-ureterostomy (RIUU) and laparoscopic ipsilateral uretero-ureterostomy (LIUU) in terms of safety, efficacy, and outcomes. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective chart review, including all pediatric patients who underwent RIUU and LIUU at 5 different medical centers, between 2015 and 2019, was performed. Patient's demographics, perioperative data, surgical techniques, complications, and results were compared. RESULTS The study included 66 pediatric patients, 22 RIUU and 44 LIUU. Median age at surgery was 12 month (IQR 7-52) and median weight was 12 kg (IQR 9-16). Upper to lower IUU was performed in 55 cases and lower to upper IUU in 11 cases. Median operative times for RIUU and LIUU were 90 min (IQR 75-97.5) and 112.5 min (IQR 81.5-121.25), respectively (p = 0.034). Clavien-Dindo grade 3 postoperative complications occurred in two LIUU patients. One patient underwent an ancillary procedure with laparoscopic distal ureteral stump removal. All patients had resolution of symptoms and improvement in hydronephrosis or a non-obstructed curve on MAG3 diuretic renal scan. CONCLUSION RIUU and LIUU are both safe and effective minimally invasive approaches for duplex upper urinary tract anomalies in the pediatric population. RIUU demonstrated shorter operating times .
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- Leon Chertin
- Department of Urology, Shamir Medical Center, Zerifin, Israel.
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- Departments of Urology & Pediatric Urology, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Urology, Shamir Medical Center, Zerifin, Israel
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- Department of Pediatric Urology, Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, United States
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- Departments of Urology & Pediatric Urology, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Departments of Urology & Pediatric Urology, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Urology, Shamir Medical Center, Zerifin, Israel
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- Departments of Urology & Pediatric Urology, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Pediatric Urology, Children's City Clinical Hospital, Minsk, Republic of Belarus
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- Department of Pediatric Urology, Municipal Hospital, Volgograd, Russian Federation
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- Department of Urology, Shamir Medical Center, Zerifin, Israel
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Almost 30 years have passed since the inception of minimally invasive surgery in urology and specifically in pediatric urology. Laparoscopy has now become an essential tool in the pediatric urologic armamentarium. The application of robot-assisted surgery in pediatrics has allowed for widespread utilization for common reconstructive procedures such as pyeloplasty and ureteral reimplantation. Understanding the implementation, technical considerations, and outcomes are critical for continued success and adoption. This has allowed for increased use in more complex urologic procedures such as redo pyeloplasty, dismembered ureteral reimplantation, catheterizable channel creation, and bladder augmentation.
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- Sameer Mittal
- Division of Urology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA.
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- Division of Urology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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Villanueva CA. Open vs robotic infant ureteroureterostomy. J Pediatr Urol 2019; 15:390.e1-390.e4. [PMID: 31151858 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2019.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2019] [Accepted: 05/01/2019] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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INTRODUCTION A ureteroureterostomy (UU) is often used to manage some duplication anomalies. The operation is commonly performed through a Pfannenstiel incision, but other minimally invasive approaches have been described. The objective of this study is to compare open vs robotic infant UU with regards to operative time, complications, and operative success. METHODS AND MATERIALS This is a retrospective institutional review board approved study of all infant UUs performed from July 2013 to January 2019. Before the DaVinci Xi became available (November 2017), UUs were primarily done open. All UUs after November 2017 were robotic. Surgery was recommended electively at 6 months in suspected cases of ectopic ureters or earlier for history of febrile UTI's or worsening hydronephrosis. Both open and robotic cases were started with cystoscopy and lower pole ureteral stent placement. A 5-0 polypropylene suture was tied in between in the stent and the Foley catheter. Foley and stent were removed 3-7 days after surgery in the clinic or at home by the parents. For both open and robotic approaches, patients were discharged on postoperative day (POD) 1 with the Foley draining into a double diaper on antibiotic prophylaxis. RESULTS From July 2013 to January 2019, 12 open and eight robotic infant UUs were performed. One patient in each group had a ureterocele, and the rest had ectopic ureters. Median age was 7 months for both the open and robotic groups. All patients except one had a 3.7 Fr by 10-12 cm stent placed attached to an 8-10 Fr silicone Foley catheter. The exception was the first robotic case who had a 3 Fr stent with no dangler placed after failed attempts with a 4.7 Fr stent (there were no 3.7 Fr stents that day). Median surgery time was 129 min (range 100-188, mean 133 min) for open and 130 min (range 79-226 min, mean 137 min) for robotic (P-value 0.8). In addition to the robotic case who had a 3 Fr stent placed with no dangler, an additional robotic case had to have her stent removed under anesthesia because the dangler broke or the knot got undone when the Foley was removed. One patient in the robotic arm who had the surgery done for a ureterocele had two postoperative febrile UTI's. Evaluation with VCUG and renal ultrasound (US) did not reveal hydronephrosis or reflux. She was managed conservatively. Other than the two cystoscopy and stent removals, no patient required a reoperation. DISCUSSION These data indicate that the laparoscopic robotic-assisted UU can be safely performed in infants with similar operative time compared with the traditional open Pfannenstiel approach. The two complications in the robotic arm were not related to the approach itself but to issues with the stents, which would have not been prevented by an open approach. There were no complications specific to the robotic approach. CONCLUSIONS Laparoscopic robotic-assisted infant UUs are safe, effective, and can be done in a similar time compared with the traditional open Pfannenstiel approach.
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- C A Villanueva
- University of Nebraska Medical Center, Children's Hospital and Medical Center, 8200 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68114, United States.
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW The goal of this article is to review the current role of robotic urologic surgery in the infant population across a spectrum of diseases and procedures. RECENT FINDINGS Robotic urological surgery has been performed in the infant population across a variety of conditions including ureteropelvic junction obstruction, vesicoureteral reflux, and duplicated and nonfunctional renal moieties. However, most of the durable evidence showing safety and success remains in the repair of the obstructed ureteropelvic junction. Included in this review are also strategies to address the limitations imposed by the unique physiology and anatomy of the infant. Robotic urologic surgery remains an alternative to other surgical approaches in the properly selected infant in the hands of experienced surgeons. As additional larger studies are performed, the utility of the robotic platform in this population will be clearer.
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- Jeffrey Villanueva
- Division of Pediatric Urology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Urology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Urology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
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Wong NC, Braga LH. Open ureteroureterostomy for repair of upper-pole ectopic ureters in children with duplex systems: is stenting really necessary? J Pediatr Urol 2019; 15:72.e1-72.e7. [PMID: 30477994 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2018.10.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2018] [Accepted: 10/13/2018] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Ectopic upper-pole (UP) ureters in duplex kidneys can be managed surgically by ipsilateral distal ureteroureterostomy (U-U) with or without ureteric stenting. Evidence to support routine stenting during this procedure is lacking. OBJECTIVE The authors present their outcomes of children with ectopic UP ureters who underwent ipsilateral distal U-U. They also compared outcomes of those who underwent routine ureteric stenting to those who did not. STUDY DESIGN Between 2009 and 2015, the authors performed a prospective analysis on consecutive patients with duplex collecting systems who underwent distal U-U via an inguinal incision for ectopic UP ureters by one of two pediatric urologists. The demographic information, operative factors, and any postoperative complications on follow-up were recorded. RESULTS The study included 47 patients (28 female) who underwent distal U-U with a mean age of 9.8 months. There were 30 patients who were routinely stented, and 17 who were not based on the routine practices of the operating surgeons without any selection bias. The mean operative time was 90 min, and the mean hospital stay was 0.9 days. No major complications were observed in this series, with 96% of patients showing resolution of hydronephrosis. There were no statistical differences between the stented and stentless U-U groups in terms of operative time, hospital stay, hydronephrosis resolution, time to resolution of hydronephrosis, and major complications. Only stented patients were found to have minor complications (2-urinary tract infection, 2-dysuria, and 2-stent displacement). All patients who underwent routine stent placement required a secondary planned procedure under general anesthesia for the cystoscopic removal of stent. CONCLUSION Stenting was associated with a higher number of minor complications compared to the stentless group and thus, may not be routinely necessary when performing distal U-U for management of UP ectopic ureters associated with duplicated collecting systems.
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- N C Wong
- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, McMaster Children's Hospital and McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, McMaster Children's Hospital and McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
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Chen CJ, Peters CA. Robotic Assisted Surgery in Pediatric Urology: Current Status and Future Directions. Front Pediatr 2019; 7:90. [PMID: 30972310 PMCID: PMC6443930 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2019.00090] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2019] [Accepted: 03/01/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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The evolution of robotic surgical technology and its application in Pediatric Urology have been rapid and essentially successful. Further development remains limited in three key areas: procedural inefficiencies, cost and integration of surgical and clinical information. By addressing these challenges through technology and novel surgical paradigms, the real potential of surgical robotics in pediatric, as well as adult applications, may ultimately be realized. With this evolution, a continued focus on patient-centered outcomes will be essential to provide optimal guidance to technical innovations.
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- Catherine J Chen
- Pediatric Urology, Children's Health System Texas, University of Texas Southwestern, Dallas, TX, United States
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- Pediatric Urology, Children's Health System Texas, University of Texas Southwestern, Dallas, TX, United States
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Sheth KR, White JT, Janzen N, Koh CJ, Austin PF, Roth DR, Tu DD, Mittal A, Wang MH, Gonzales ET, Jorgez C, Seth A. Evaluating Outcomes of Differential Surgical Management of Nonfunctioning Upper Pole Renal Moieties in Duplex Collecting Systems. Urology 2018; 123:198-203. [PMID: 30031832 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2018.06.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2018] [Revised: 06/08/2018] [Accepted: 06/17/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the management and clinical outcomes of nonfunctioning upper pole moieties treated with either upper pole heminephrectomy or upper pole preservation with lower ureteral reconstruction at a single tertiary institution. METHODS After Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval, patients with duplicated systems undergoing upper pole heminephrectomy, ureteroureterostomy, or common sheath ureteral reimplantation from 2012-2017 were identified. Only patients with a nonfunctioning upper pole moiety on ultrasound or renal scan were included. Patients undergoing upper pole heminephrectomy were compared to those undergoing upper pole preservation with respect to demographics, anatomic variations preoperatively, and postoperative outcomes. RESULTS Twenty-seven (57%) patients underwent upper pole preservation with lower ureteral reconstruction; 20 (43%) patients underwent upper pole heminephrectomy. Patients undergoing lower ureteral reconstruction were older (1.63 vs 2.76 years, P = .018) and more commonly presented with lower pole vesicoureteral reflux (67% vs 25%, P = .008). No significant difference in postoperative complications was seen between the two groups. After ureteroureterostomy, one patient developed new onset symptomatic reflux to the upper pole requiring intravesical reimplantation. In the heminephrectomy group, 4 of 11 patients with ureteroceles had ureterocelectomy with concomitant lower pole reimplantation. After heminephrectomy, two additional patients required further interventions: ureterocele excision and transurethral polyp excision. CONCLUSION For patients with nonfunctional upper poles, lower tract reconstruction is a safe alternative to upper pole heminephrectomy. No significant difference in outcomes was seen. Considering that nearly 1 of 3 of patients with upper pole heminephrectomy required additional lower urinary tract procedures, pursuing upper pole preservation with lower urinary tract reconstruction may be favorable.
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- Kunj R Sheth
- Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX; Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
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- Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX; Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
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- Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX; Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
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- Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX; Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
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- Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX; Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
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- Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX; Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
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- Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX; Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
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- Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX; Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
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- Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX; Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
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- Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX; Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
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- Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX; Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
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- Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX; Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX.
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW In this review, we summarize research that has evaluated the role of laparoendoscopic single-site (LESS) and robotic surgery in pediatric urology, highlighting new and/or controversial ideas. RECENT FINDINGS The newest research developments over the last several years are studies that address generalizability of these techniques, ideal patient factors, extrapolation to more complex surgeries, and comparative studies to more traditional techniques to define the associated costs and benefits, as well as patient-centered outcomes. Specifically in the field of LESS, addressing the limitations of suboptimal vision, instrument crowding, and loss of triangulation have been a focus. The literature is now replete with new applications for robotic surgery as well as descriptions of the specific technical challenges inherent to pediatrics. Robotic surgery and LESS are areas of growth in pediatric urology that allow continual innovation and expansion of technology within a surgeon's armamentarium.
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Duicu C, Kiss E, Simu I, Aldea C. A Rare Case of Double-System With Ectopic Ureteral Openings Into Vagina. Front Pediatr 2018; 6:176. [PMID: 29974045 PMCID: PMC6020766 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2018.00176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2017] [Accepted: 05/29/2018] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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The presence of an ectopic ureter may be indicated by continuous wetting, despite a normal voiding pattern, especially in girls. In most cases, an ectopic ureter is associated with a duplex collecting system and complete ureteral duplication. A 5-year-old girl presented with urinary incontinence regardless of the successful toilet training and a suspicion of left duplex kidney on a previous ultrasound. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography revealed a double left kidney with double ureters, both inserting together into the vagina. The surgical treatment consisted in the "en block" reimplantation of the ectopic ureters into the bladder, with complete resolution of the symptoms. The reported case does not represent just a typical presentation of a single ectopic ureter, as the duplex kidney system had ectopic both ipsilateral ureters (with insertion into the vagina). This case reminds us that congenital abnormalities of the genito-urinary tract should be considered in case of urinary incontinence and recurrent urinary tract infections.
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- Carmen Duicu
- 1st Department of Paediatrics, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Târgu Mureş, Romania
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- 1st Department of Paediatrics, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Târgu Mureş, Romania
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- Radiology Department, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Târgu Mureş, Romania
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- Pediatric Nephrology Department, Emergency Clinical Hospital for Children Cluj-Napoca, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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Ellison JS, Lendvay TS. Robot-assisted ureteroureterostomy in pediatric patients: current perspectives. ROBOTIC SURGERY : RESEARCH AND REVIEWS 2017; 4:45-55. [PMID: 30697563 PMCID: PMC6193430 DOI: 10.2147/rsrr.s99536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Developments in pediatric robotic surgery have increased the feasibility of minimally invasive surgery for complex urinary tract reconstruction. Ureteroureterostomy is a commonly employed strategy for the management of a duplicated ureteral system with either upper pole obstruction or lower pole vesicoureteral reflux, and this approach minimizes the risk to a healthy ureter as might be seen in a common sheath ureteral reimplant and avoids complex dissection around the renal hilum as with a heminephrectomy. The robotic platform enables optimum instrument manipulation for an end-to-side ureteral anastomosis as well as excellent visualization deep into the pelvis for excision of the distal ureteral stump. In this study, the indications and preoperative evaluation for pediatric robotic ureteroureterostomy (RUU) were described and intraoperative considerations for a successful repair were highlighted. In order to assess the outcomes, a PubMed search was performed to find the articles focusing on RUU in the pediatric population. The institutional experience of the authors was also reviewed. As with an open procedure, both minimizing dissection on the recipient ureter and ensuring a tension-free, watertight anastomosis are key principles to minimize complications. Although port placement is similar to that in robotic pyeloplasty, small adjustments may need to be made to ensure access to the pelvis. An assistant port and/or traction sutures is often used to aid in the dissection and anastomosis. RUU was first described in 2008, and several reports have demonstrated positive short-term results. However, median follow-up times are limited with most series reporting outcomes <1 year postoperatively. A future study is required to establish the long-term efficacy of this procedure and define the optimum patient population for a robotic approach.
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- Jonathan S Ellison
- Division of Pediatric Urology, Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA,
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- Division of Pediatric Urology, Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA,
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Upper Pole Heminephrectomy Versus Lower Pole Ureteroureterostomy for Ectopic Upper Pole Ureters. Curr Urol Rep 2017; 18:21. [DOI: 10.1007/s11934-017-0664-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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