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Wu SY, Jhang JF, Liu HH, Chen JT, Li JR, Chiu B, Chen SL, Kuo HC. Long-Term Surveillance and Management of Urological Complications in Chronic Spinal Cord-Injured Patients. J Clin Med 2022; 11:7307. [PMID: 36555924 PMCID: PMC9785560 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11247307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2022] [Revised: 12/02/2022] [Accepted: 12/07/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Bladder dysfunction is a common complication after chronic spinal cord injury (SCI). Patients may experience renal function loss, urinary tract infection (UTI), urolithiasis, bladder cancer, and even life-threatening events such as severe sepsis or renal failure. Suitable patient care may prevent UTI and urinary incontinence, decrease medication use, and preserve renal function. As the primary goal is to preserve renal function, management should be focused on facilitating bladder drainage, the avoidance of UTI, and the maintenance of a low intravesical pressure for continence and complete bladder emptying. Currently, several bladder management options are available to SCI patients: (1) reflex voiding; (2) clean intermittent catheterization; (3) indwelling catheterization. The target organ may be the bladder or the bladder outlet. The purposes of intervention include the following: (1) increasing bladder capacity and/or decreasing intravesical pressure; (2) increasing bladder outlet resistance; (3) decreasing bladder outlet resistance; (4) producing detrusor contractility; (5) urinary diversion. Different bladder management methods and interventions may have different results depending on the patient's lower urinary tract dysfunction. This review aims to report the current management options for long-term bladder dysfunction in chronic SCI patients. Furthermore, we summarize the most suitable care plans for improving the clinical outcome of SCI patients.
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- Shu-Yu Wu
- Department of Urology, Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, New Taipei City 23142, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, School of Medicine, Tzu Chi University, Hualien 97004, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, School of Medicine, Tzu Chi University, Hualien 97004, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Hualien 97002, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Taichung Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Taichung 42743, Taiwan
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Yuanlin Christian Hospital, Changhua 51053, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Taichung Veterans General Hospital, Taichung 40705, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Far Eastern Memorial Hospital, New Taipei City 22000, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, Taichung 40201, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, School of Medicine, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung 40201, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, School of Medicine, Tzu Chi University, Hualien 97004, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Hualien 97002, Taiwan
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Chen SF, Lee YK, Kuo HC. Satisfaction with Urinary Incontinence Treatments in Patients with Chronic Spinal Cord Injury. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11195864. [PMID: 36233731 PMCID: PMC9571409 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11195864] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2022] [Revised: 09/12/2022] [Accepted: 09/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Purpose: To investigate the long-term satisfaction and complications in chronic spinal cord injury (SCI) patients after various bladder management strategies and surgical procedures for the treatment of urinary incontinence. Methods: Patients at a single institution with chronic SCI who received bladder management treatment or surgical procedure to improve urinary continence were retrospectively assessed. Thorough urological examinations and videourodynamic studies were performed. Patients were treated either through conservative approaches including medical treatment, clean intermittent catheterization (CIC), cystostomy, and indwelling urethral catheter, or through surgical procedures including detrusor botulinum toxin (Botox) injections, augmentation, ileal conduit, Kock pouch diversion, continent cystostomy, suburethral sling, and artificial urethral sphincter (AUS) implantation. The patients’ satisfaction with urinary continence improvement, causes of dissatisfaction, long-term complications, and overall satisfaction with bladder and voiding condition were assessed. Results: A total of 700 consecutive patients were enrolled in this study. High satisfaction rates were noted after detrusor Botox injection (81.1%), augmentation enterocystoplasty (91.4%), autoaugmentation (80%), Kock pouch diversion, and continent cystostomy (all 100%). Fair satisfaction rates were noted after ileal conduit diversion (66.7%), suburethral sling (64.3%), and AUS implantation (66.7%). Patients who received conservative treatment with medicines, CIC, cystostomy, or an indwelling urethral catheter all had less-satisfactory outcomes (all < 40%). Conclusion: Overall satisfaction with surgical procedures aimed to improve urinary continence in chronic SCI patients was higher than with conservative bladder management (35.4%). Appropriate surgical procedures for chronic SCI patients with neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD) and urological complications yielded satisfaction with both urinary continence improvement and with overall bladder and voiding condition.
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- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +886-3-8561825 (ext. 2117); Fax: +886-3-8560794
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Gharbi M, Gazdovich S, Bazinet A, Cornu JN. Quality of life in neurogenic patients based on different bladder management methods: A review. Prog Urol 2022; 32:784-808. [DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2022.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2022] [Revised: 06/26/2022] [Accepted: 07/01/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Denys P, Chartier-Kastler E, Even A, Joussain C. How to treat neurogenic bladder and sexual dysfunction after spinal cord lesion. Rev Neurol (Paris) 2021; 177:589-593. [PMID: 33610350 DOI: 10.1016/j.neurol.2020.07.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 07/06/2020] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Neurogenic bladder and sexual dysfunction after spinal cord lesions are highly prevalent. The treatment algorithm for neurogenic bladder is well described. Clean intermittent self-catheterisation associated with treatment of neurogenic detrusor overactivity is the gold standard. Goals of treatment are twofold: i) control risk factors to avoid upper urinary tract complications, and ii) improve quality of life by treating incontinence when feasible. Lower urinary tract dysfunction is still a major cause of complications and hospitalisation. Sexual dysfunction must be addressed and treated and is at the top of patient expectations one year after injury.
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- P Denys
- Neurourology and andrology unit, department of physical medecine and rehabilitation, Raymond-Poincaré Hospital AP-HP; Université Paris-Saclay; UMR 1179 Inserm, Paris, France.
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- Department of urology, Hôpital de la Pitié, Paris-Sorbonne Université, Paris, France
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- Neurourology and andrology unit, department of physical medecine and rehabilitation, Raymond-Poincaré Hospital AP-HP; Université Paris-Saclay; UMR 1179 Inserm, Paris, France
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- Neurourology and andrology unit, department of physical medecine and rehabilitation, Raymond-Poincaré Hospital AP-HP; Université Paris-Saclay; UMR 1179 Inserm, Paris, France
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Briskin R, Atiemo H. Case - Unique complication of continent catheterizable stoma after bariatric surgery. Can Urol Assoc J 2020; 15:E370-E372. [PMID: 33382367 DOI: 10.5489/cuaj.6773] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Lam Van Ba O, Soustelle L, Wagner L, Siegler N, Boukaram M, Naoum KB, Droupy S, Chevrot A, Costa P. Impact on quality of life and sexual satisfaction of continent cystostomy with enterocystoplasty in an adult neurologic population. Neurourol Urodyn 2018; 37:1405-1412. [PMID: 29464756 DOI: 10.1002/nau.23461] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2017] [Revised: 10/31/2017] [Accepted: 11/04/2017] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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AIMS To evaluate long-term general and urinary quality of life (QOL) and sexual satisfaction in adult neurologic patients undergoing continent cystostomy surgery associated with a bladder enlargement to treat neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction. METHODS Monocentre, retrospective series of adult neurologic patients who underwent continent cystostomy with bladder enlargement and followed-up in the long-term. We assessed during follow-up, urinary and renal function and patients filled QOL questionnaires on general QOL, sexuality and urinary (short form Qualiveen) disability. RESULTS Fifty-three patients were included and followed-up 77 months on average. Rates of patients' satisfaction, stomal and urethral continences were respectively of 98.7% (n = 51), 94.1% (n = 48), and 80.4% (n = 41). Impact of surgery on general QOL and autonomy were strong and positive (respective mean scores of 4.8 and 4.7 on a scale ranging from 1 to 5). Mean overall urinary Qualiveen QOL score was 0.8 (0.09-2.67) indicating a low negative impact of urinary disability on QOL. In patients <45 years, 52.6% (n = 10) reported a moderate to important improvement of their sexuality after surgery. Renal function remained stable during follow-up. CONCLUSION In the long-term, continent cystostomy with bladder enlargement provides great satisfaction to almost most patients. It has a strong positive impact on general and specific urinary QOL, patients' autonomy and urinary continence. In young patients a positive impact on sexuality was also noticed. These encouraging data, that need to be confirmed, constitute interesting information to provide to neurologic patients to help them deciding whether they are willing to undergo continent cystostomy surgery.
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- Department of Urology, Nîmes University Hospital, Nîmes, France
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- Department of Urology, Nîmes University Hospital, Nîmes, France
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- Department of Urology, Nîmes University Hospital, Nîmes, France
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- Department of Urology, Nîmes University Hospital, Nîmes, France
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- Department of Urology, Nîmes University Hospital, Nîmes, France
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- Department of Urology, Nîmes University Hospital, Nîmes, France
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- Department of Urology, Nîmes University Hospital, Nîmes, France
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Best KL, Ethans K, Craven BC, Noreau L, Hitzig SL. Identifying and classifying quality of life tools for neurogenic bladder function after spinal cord injury: A systematic review. J Spinal Cord Med 2017; 40:505-529. [PMID: 27734771 PMCID: PMC5815152 DOI: 10.1080/10790268.2016.1226700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To identify and classify quality of life (QoL) tools for assessing the influence of neurogenic bladder after spinal cord injury/disease (SCI). DESIGN Systematic Review Methods: Medline/Pubmed, CINAHL, and PsycInfo were searched using terms related to SCI, neurogenic bladder and QoL. Studies that assessed the influence neurogenic bladder on QoL (or related construct) in samples consisting of ≥50% individuals with SCI were included. Two independent reviewers screened titles and abstracts of 368 identified references; 118 full-text articles were assessed for eligibility, and 42 studies were included. Two reviewers independently classified outcomes as objective (societal viewpoint) or subjective (patient perspective) using a QoL framework. RESULTS Ten objective QoL measures were identified, with the Medical Outcomes Short Form (SF-36/SF-12) used most frequently. Fourteen subjective QoL measures were identified; 8 were specific to neurogenic bladder. Psychometric evidence for SCI-specific neurogenic bladder QoL tools was reported for the Quality of Life Index (QLI), Qualiveen, Bladder Complications Scale, Spinal Cord Injury-Quality of Life (SCI-QOL) Bladder Management Difficulties, and the SCI-QOL Bladder Management Difficulties-Short Form. The QLI and Qualiveen showed sensitivity to neurogenic bladder in experimental designs. CONCLUSION Several objective and subjective tools exist to assess the influence of neurogenic bladder on QoL in SCI. The QLI and Qualiveen, both subjective tools, were the only validated SCI-specific tools that showed sensitivity to neurogenic bladder. Further validation of existing subjective SCI-specific outcomes is needed. Research to validate objective measures of QoL would be useful for informing practice and policy related to resource allocation for bladder care post-SCI.
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- Krista L. Best
- Department of Rehabilitation, Université Laval, Quebec City, QC, Canada,Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation and Social Integration (CIRRIS), Institut de réadaptation en déficience physique de Québec, Quebec City, QC, Canada,Correspondence to: Krista L. Best, Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation and Social Integration (CIRRIS), 525 Blvd Hamel, Québec, QC, G1M 2S8, Canada.
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- University of Manitoba, Department of Medicine, Winnipeg, MB, Canada,Health Sciences Centre, Section of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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- Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, University Health Network, Toronto, ON, Canada,Department of Medicine, Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Université Laval, Quebec City, QC, Canada,Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation and Social Integration (CIRRIS), Institut de réadaptation en déficience physique de Québec, Quebec City, QC, Canada
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- Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, University Health Network, Toronto, ON, Canada,St-John's Rehab Research Program, Sunnybrook Research Institute, Toronto, ON, Canada,School of Kinesiology and Health Science, Faculty of Health, York University, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Levy ME, Elliott SP. Reconstructive techniques for creation of catheterizable channels: tunneled and nipple valve channels. Transl Androl Urol 2016; 5:136-44. [PMID: 26904419 PMCID: PMC4739983 DOI: 10.3978/j.issn.2223-4683.2016.01.04] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Cutaneous catheterizable channels allow for continent bladder emptying when an alternate route is desired. The goals of channel creation in the neurogenic bladder population are successful urine elimination, renal preservation, continence and lastly cosmesis. In addition to a particular surgeon's comfort and experience with a given procedure, individual patient factors such as medical comorbidities, anatomic factors, and occupational function should be central to the selection of a surgical approach. An ideal channel is one that is short, straight, and well supported by associated blood supply and surrounding adventitia, so as to minimize difficulty with catheterization. Two types of channel continence mechanisms are discussed at length in this review-the tunneled channel, and the nipple valve. The appendicovesicostomy (Mitrofanoff), and reconfigured ileum (Yang-Monti) are both tunneled channels. The ileocecal valve is a commonly used nipple valve and provides continence when reinforced. The continent catheterizable ileal cecocystoplasty (CCIC) is an example of this channel technique. This method couples a tapered ileal limb as a catheterizable channel, the ileocecal valve as the continence mechanism, and the cecum and ascending colon as a bladder augmentation. While this procedure has higher perioperative complications relative to a simple tunneled channel, it has increased channel length flexibility and is also coupled with a bladder augment, which is completely performed using one bowel segment. Continent channel creation in adults can improve quality of life and minimize morbidity associated with neurogenic bladder. However, the decision to proceed with creation of a catheterizable channel should be made only after careful consideration of the patient's medical comorbidities, physical abilities social support, and surgeon experience.
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- Mya E Levy
- Department of Urology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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Raup VT, Eswara JR, Weese JR, Potretzke AM, Brandes SB. Urinary-cutaneous Fistulae in Patients With Neurogenic Bladder. Urology 2015; 86:1222-6. [DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2015.07.057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2015] [Revised: 07/26/2015] [Accepted: 07/28/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Perrouin-Verbe MA, Chartier-Kastler E, Even A, Denys P, Rouprêt M, Phé V. Long-term complications of continent cutaneous urinary diversion in adult spinal cord injured patients. Neurourol Urodyn 2015; 35:1046-1050. [DOI: 10.1002/nau.22879] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2015] [Accepted: 09/01/2015] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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- Marie-Aimée Perrouin-Verbe
- Department of Urology; Pitié-Salpêtrière Academic Hospital; Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris; Pierre and Marie Curie Medical School; Paris 6 University; Paris France
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- Department of Urology; Pitié-Salpêtrière Academic Hospital; Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris; Pierre and Marie Curie Medical School; Paris 6 University; Paris France
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation; Raymond Poincaré Hospital; Garches, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris; Paris-Ouest Medical School; Versailles Saint-Quentin en Yvelines University; France
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation; Raymond Poincaré Hospital; Garches, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris; Paris-Ouest Medical School; Versailles Saint-Quentin en Yvelines University; France
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- Department of Urology; Pitié-Salpêtrière Academic Hospital; Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris; Pierre and Marie Curie Medical School; Paris 6 University; Paris France
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- Department of Urology; Pitié-Salpêtrière Academic Hospital; Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris; Pierre and Marie Curie Medical School; Paris 6 University; Paris France
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Patel DP, Elliott SP, Stoffel JT, Brant WO, Hotaling JM, Myers JB. Patient reported outcomes measures in neurogenic bladder and bowel: A systematic review of the current literature. Neurourol Urodyn 2014; 35:8-14. [PMID: 25327455 DOI: 10.1002/nau.22673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2014] [Accepted: 08/21/2014] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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AIM To describe existing bladder and bowel specific quality of life (QoL) measurement tools, QoL in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), spinal cord injury (SCI), Parkinson's Disease (PD), stroke, or spina bifida (SB) affected by bladder or bowel dysfunction, and the impact of specific bladder and bowel management on QoL. METHODS We performed a systematic review in PubMed/Medline databases in accordance with the PRISMA statement for English publications between January 1, 2000 and January 1, 2014. Articles were first screened based on their abstract and select full-text articles were then reviewed for eligibility. Articles with no QoL or PROM assessing urinary or bowel dysfunction were excluded. Risk of bias assessment included randomization, incomplete outcomes data, selective outcomes reporting, and other biases. All articles were graded using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and Evaluation (GRADE) system as per the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions. RESULTS The most common QoL measurement tool for urinary and bowel dysfunction was the Medical Outcomes Study SF-36. Twelve (24%) studies used only non-validated QoL questionnaires. Only three urinary or bowel specific QoL measures were found: the Qualiveen questionnaire, the FICQoL, and the QoL-BM. Several studies identified instances were clinical and patient-reported outcomes were inconsistent particularly with indwelling urinary catheter usage and reconstructive surgery. Additionally, certain clinical outcomes surrogates commonly used as primary outcomes measures may not correlate with the patient reported outcomes (PRO). CONCLUSIONS Current PRO measures (PROM) and QoL assessments are heterogeneous and several inconsistencies in clinical and PRO for various management options exist. Standardized PROM will help identify optimal bladder and bowel management for patients with neurologic conditions.
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- Darshan P Patel
- The Center for Reconstructive Urology and Men's Health, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
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- Department of Urology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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- Department of Urology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan
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- The Center for Reconstructive Urology and Men's Health, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
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- The Center for Reconstructive Urology and Men's Health, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
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- The Center for Reconstructive Urology and Men's Health, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
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Functional aspects and quality of life (QOL) of patients with a urinary diversion (UD) represent important issues in Urology. Any form of UD has its specific problems. In experienced hands and with regular long-term follow-up, serious complications can be avoided and excellent long-term results can be achieved. Thus, the selection of an appropriate UD is critical to patient's long-term satisfaction. Patients must be fully counseled in all types of UD and should have ready access to all options. There are 3 kinds of factors to be considered in the selection of UD: patient, physician, and general factors. In the pre-operative counseling, it is mandatory to explain all factors that over time may contribute to affect the patient's urinary tract function and QOL, mainly linked to long-term complications of UD. One of the most important requirements for any bladder substitution is that it should not jeopardize the renal function. There are many urological and non-urological potential reasons for deterioration in renal function following UD. Continence results after neobladder (NB) are difficult to compare between series published in the literature because of a lack of consensus of definitions, varied follow-up periods, and different mechanisms of data collection. In up to 22% of patients with NB, significant residual urine volumes were observed. The overall patients' QOL reported in most articles was good, irrespective of the type of UD. QOL of patients with a well functioning NB seems to be significantly better than other forms of diversion. Well-designed randomized prospective trials are warranted to render definitive conclusions.
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Risk factors predicting upper urinary tract deterioration in patients with spinal cord injury: a prospective study. Spinal Cord 2014; 52:468-71. [DOI: 10.1038/sc.2014.63] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2014] [Revised: 03/26/2014] [Accepted: 04/01/2014] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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The Contemporary Indications for Augmentation Cystoplasty. CURRENT BLADDER DYSFUNCTION REPORTS 2013. [DOI: 10.1007/s11884-013-0204-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Johnson EU, Singh G. Long-term outcomes of urinary tract reconstruction in patients with neurogenic urinary tract dysfunction. Indian J Urol 2013; 29:328-37. [PMID: 24235796 PMCID: PMC3822350 DOI: 10.4103/0970-1591.120116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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The advent of specialized spinal units and better understanding of the pathophysiology of neurogenic urinary tract dysfunction has made long-term survival of these patients a reality. This has, in turn, led to an increase in quality and choice of management modalities offered to these patients including complex anatomic urinary tract reconstructive procedures tailored to the unique needs of each individual with variable outcomes. We performed a literature review evaluating the long-term outcomes of these reconstructive procedures. To achieve this, we conducted a world-wide electronic literature search of long-term outcomes published in English. As the premise of this review is long-term outcomes, we have focused on pathologies where evidence of long-term outcome is available such as patients with spinal injuries and spina bifida. Therapeutic success following urinary tract reconstruction is usually measured by preservation of renal function, improvement in quality-of-life, the satisfactory achievement of agreed outcomes and the prevention of serious complications. Prognostic factors include neuropathic detrusor overactivity; sphincter dyssynergia; bladder over distension; high pressure storage and high leak point pressures; vesicoureteric reflex, stone formation and urinary tract infections. Although, the past decade has witnessed a reduction in the total number of bladder reconstructive surgeries in the UK, these procedures are essentially safe and effective; but require long-term clinical and functional follow-up/monitoring. Until tissue engineering and gene therapy becomes more mainstream, we feel there is still a place for urinary tract reconstruction in patients with neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction.
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- E U Johnson
- Department of urology, Southport Hospital, Merseyside, Southport Regional Spinal Injuries Unit, Merseyside, PR8 2JA, UK
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Kaplan AG, Ghoniem GM. Long-Term Outcomes of Augmentation Enterocystoplasty with a Catheterizable Channel in the Adult Neurogenic Population. CURRENT BLADDER DYSFUNCTION REPORTS 2013. [DOI: 10.1007/s11884-013-0210-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Syan-Bhanvadia S, Daneshmand S. Management of the Continent Cutaneous Stomal Complications. CURRENT BLADDER DYSFUNCTION REPORTS 2012. [DOI: 10.1007/s11884-012-0159-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Ginsberg DA. Lower Urinary Tract Reconstruction and the Long-Term Relationship Between Surgeon and Patient. CURRENT BLADDER DYSFUNCTION REPORTS 2012. [DOI: 10.1007/s11884-012-0157-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Editorial comment. Urology 2012; 80:464-5. [PMID: 22704176 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2012.03.040] [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]
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Khavari R, Fletcher SG, Liu J, Boone TB. A modification to augmentation cystoplasty with catheterizable stoma for neurogenic patients: technique and long-term results. Urology 2012; 80:460-4. [PMID: 22704181 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2012.03.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2011] [Revised: 03/06/2012] [Accepted: 03/09/2012] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the use of a modified Indiana continent urinary reservoir, the Indiana augmentation cystoplasty (IAC), for patients with neurogenic bladder (NGB). NGB with incontinence can be devastating for patients with neurologic illness. Augmentation cystoplasty with a continent catheterizable stoma creates a continent, low-pressure storage system, with catheterizable cutaneous stoma, leading to decreased urinary tract morbidity and increased quality of life. METHODS Retrospective chart review of the IAC procedure in a single center from 1993 to 2010 was performed and included subjects with NGB and minimum 1-year follow up. Patients' demographics, NGB diagnosis, surgery details, urodynamic findings, concurrent operations, complications, and continence outcomes were recorded. RESULTS Thirty-four patients met the inclusion criteria. Mean age at time of surgery was 39.8 years. Neurologic diagnoses included multiple sclerosis (n = 12), spina bifida (n = 9), and spinal cord injury (n = 14). Concurrent surgeries included: bladder neck closure (n = 3), pubovaginal sling (n = 4), hysterectomy (n = 3), artificial urinary sphincter (n = 1), and cystolithotomy (n = 1). Mean estimated blood loss was 461.8 mL. Short-term postoperative complications were prolonged ileus (n = 2), wound infection (n = 1), and transfusion (n = 1). Median follow-up was 31 months. Long-term complications occurred in 15 (44.1%) patients: recurrent urinary tract infections (n = 4), pyelonephritis (n = 1), pelvic abscess (n = 1), seroma (n = 1), bladder stones (n = 2), and stomal revision in (n = 4). All patients were continent at latest follow-up. CONCLUSION This modification of the Indiana continent urinary reservoir is an excellent surgical option providing a low-pressure reservoir with a reliable continence mechanism and easily catheterizable stoma, with few complications or need for reoperation.
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- Rose Khavari
- Department of Urology, The Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, USA.
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Overactive bladder (OAB) is a highly prevalent syndrome defined as "urinary urgency, usually accompanied by frequency and nocturia with or without urgency urinary incontinence, in the absence of urinary tract infection or other obvious pathology." It is known to generate a large degree of bother and can lead to significant morbidity. Augmentation cystoplasty (AC) historically has been reserved for patients refractory to conservative management. Over time, the treatment options for OAB have grown. We now have multiple pharmacological agents approved by the US Food and Drug Administration to treat OAB. In addition, neuromodulation and botulinum toxin now are viable options for patients who have suboptimal outcomes after treatment with anticholinergics and/or pelvic floor behavioral therapy. This may suggest that AC no longer is utilized as a mainstay therapy for OAB. However, despite these many possible treatment options, AC remains an important, time-tested tool in the armamentarium of the urologist to combat the patient with refractory OAB.
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This review sets out to provide an overview of the author's approach to the management of the urinary tract in the patient who has suffered from an injury to their spinal cord. Emphasis is given to the need to understand the fundamental pathophysiological patterns that are seen with injuries that involve the sacral segments of the cord (the conus) and those that spare the conus but interrupt communication between the sacral parasympathetic and somatic centers and the brain (supraconal lesions). The importance of patient participation in management decisions is highlighted by considering the different ways in which the urinary tract can be managed and how the clinician needs to try to meet patient expectations and requirements while establishing safe urological management. Finally, consideration is given to the importance of establishing an appropriate follow up regime and managing urinary tract complications effectively.
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- Simon C W Harrison
- Department of Urology, Pinderfields Hospital, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, UK
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Bernuz B, Guinet A, Rech C, Hugeron C, Even-Schneider A, Denys P, Barbot F, Chartier-Kastler E, Revol M, Laffont I. Self-catheterization acquisition after hand reanimation protocols in C5–C7 tetraplegic patients. Spinal Cord 2010; 49:313-7. [DOI: 10.1038/sc.2010.120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Augmentation cystoplasty has been studied and performed by urologists for more than 100 years. Although specific indications, techniques, and materials used have undergone major changes and revisions during this period, the general concepts have remained the same. Bladder augmentation increases the bladder's storage capacity. Specific indications include structurally diminished bladder capacity, neurogenically incapacitated bladder, special circumstances of overactive bladder, and interstitial cystitis. This article briefly reviews techniques including laparoscopic and extraperitoneal approaches. Most common long-term consequences of bladder augmentation including chronic infections, bladder stones, perforation, and malignancy are described. Overall, we demonstrate that in appropriately selected patients, bladder augmentation presents an excellent treatment option to improve bladder capacity, achieve socially acceptable continence, and stabilize renal function.
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- Polina Reyblat
- Department of Urology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA
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Karsenty G, Chartier-Kastler E, Mozer P, Even-Schneider A, Denys P, Richard F. A novel technique to achieve cutaneous continent urinary diversion in spinal cord-injured patients unable to catheterize through native urethra. Spinal Cord 2007; 46:305-10. [PMID: 17700513 DOI: 10.1038/sj.sc.3102104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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STUDY DESIGN Description of a technique and prospective follow-up study. OBJECTIVES To present and assess a perioperative strategy associated with a single-procedure surgical technique for continent cutaneous diversion in spinal cord injury (SCI) patients requiring self-catheterization and unable to do it through the native urethra. SETTING University hospital, Paris, France. METHODS We considered SCI patients suffering from urinary incontinence related to neurogenic detrusor overactivity and/or poor bladder emptying for more than 1 year and inability to perform self-catheterization through the native urethra. These patients including quadriplegics underwent selection for surgery by occupational therapists and neurorehabs to assess the ability to self catheterize through an abdominal stoma and to determine the optimal site to place the stoma. The surgical technique included a single procedure: aponevrotic sling in women requiring stress continence reinforcement, supratrigonal cystectomy, preserved detrusor wall flap (original description), enterocystoplasty, a catheterizable tube using either the Mitrofanoff or Young-Monti principle and Politano-Leadbetter anti-reflux technique. A prospective follow-up study of consecutive patients reviewed initial condition, indication, surgical technique, complications, continence, catheterizing difficulties, functional bladder capacity and serum creatinine. RESULTS Thirteen consecutive patients were selected for surgery. Median follow-up was 44 months. Stoma location was variable from one patient to another. All patients had a catheterizable continent stoma at last follow-up. Kidney function was preserved. CONCLUSION Given these results, a multidisciplinary approach including neuro-rehabilitation practitioners and urologists performing appropriate technical solutions in highly selected SCI patients unable to catheterize native urethra provides upper urinary tract protection and continence after a single procedure.
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- G Karsenty
- Department of Urology, Pitié-Salpetrière Hospital, Pierre et Marie Curie School of Medicine Paris VI, Paris, France.
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Karsenty G, Vidal F, Ruffion A, Chartier-Kastler E. [Continent cutaneous urinary diversion in neurourology]. Prog Urol 2007; 17:542-51. [PMID: 17622088 DOI: 10.1016/s1166-7087(07)92366-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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The management of some neurological patients can require urinary diversion. Continent cystostomy is one of the treatment options proposed in young patients, usually for cosmetic reasons. In this article, the authors describe the main techniques used in this particular indication and then review the literature to define the results of the various techniques used, as well as the modalities of follow-up in these patients in view of the potential complications.
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- G Karsenty
- Service d'urologie, Centre hospitalo-universitaire de Marseille, France.
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Merenda LA, Duffy T, Betz RR, Mulcahey MJ, Dean G, Pontari M. Outcomes of urinary diversion in children with spinal cord injuries. J Spinal Cord Med 2007; 30 Suppl 1:S41-7. [PMID: 17874686 PMCID: PMC2031994 DOI: 10.1080/10790268.2007.11753968] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2006] [Accepted: 03/07/2007] [Indexed: 10/21/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To gain a better understanding of the outcomes of the Mitrofanoff procedure for urinary diversion in children with spinal cord injury (SCI). DESIGN Descriptive retrospective. PARTICIPANTS/METHODS Individuals 6 to 27 years of age with SCI with at least 1 year follow-up after the Mitrofanoff procedure. Objective data collected via retrospective chart review include general demographics and medical/surgical history. Data collected via structured telephone interview include history of adverse urological events, bladder management, bladder management independence scores, patient satisfaction, and quality of life. RESULTS Sixteen subjects (13 female, 3 male) with a mean age of 19 years (range 6-27 y) who underwent the Mitrofanoff procedure were interviewed. Length of postoperative follow-up ranged from 1 to 8 years (mean 4.25 y). Complications included stomal stenosis 25% (n=4) with a mean of 19 months to first occurrence of stenosis; urethral incontinence 75% (n=12); renal/bladder calculi 19% (n = 3); and stomal leakage 44% (n=7). Independence scores for bladder management after the Mitrofanoff procedure improved in 84% of subjects with tetraplegia and 25% of subjects with paraplegia. Eighty-eight percent (n 14) were satisfied with the procedure, while 12% (n=2) were somewhat satisfied. A thematic analysis of quality of life revealed that freedom (35%) and independence (35%) were most commonly cited. CONCLUSION While some subjects experienced complications, satisfaction was relatively high and level of independence in bladder management was greatly improved. This study demonstrates that the Mitrofanoff procedure is a beneficial option to improve independence and ease of bladder management in children with SCI.
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- Lisa A Merenda
- Shriners Hospitals for Children, 3551 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19140, USA.
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Akhavan A, Baker K, Cannon GM, Davies B, Horton JA, Docimo SG. Pilot evaluation of functional questionnaire for predicting ability of patients with tetraplegia to self-catheterize after continent diversion. J Spinal Cord Med 2007; 30:491-6. [PMID: 18092566 PMCID: PMC2141730 DOI: 10.1080/10790268.2007.11754583] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES Creation of a continent catheterizable stoma has dramatically improved the ability of the patient with spinal cord injury to perform clean intermittent catheterization (CIC). However, not all patients are good candidates for this procedure. To aid in patient evaluation, we propose the use of a functional questionnaire to predict a candidate's ability to negotiate a continent catheterizable stoma. METHODS A published functional questionnaire was adapted to assess the self-perceived ability to perform upper extremity tasks similar to those involved in the manipulation of catheter. Tetraplegic patients who had undergone creation of a content catheterizable stoma were given the questionnaire and asked to describe demographics, method of catheterization, motivational factors, and satisfaction with the procedure. RESULTS Subjects varied in age (23-36 years) and level of impairment (C4-C6). Functional scores correlated with level of injury. Of the 4 women and 1 man who responded, only 2 were able to self-catheterize before diversion. Their catheterization times decreased significantly after creation of a continent stoma. Two patients unable to perform CIC preoperatively were able to perform CIC postoperatively. The patient with the lowest score was unable to perform CIC preoperatively or postoperatively. All were satisfied with outcome after diversion. CONCLUSIONS In our small cohort, a low functional score was associated with inability to perform CIC after continent diversion. Administration of this questionnaire to a larger spinal cord injury population should aid in selecting appropriate candidates for the creation of a continent catheterizable stoma.
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- Ardavan Akhavan
- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Pain Management and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Pain Management and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Urology, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
,Please address correspondence to Steven Docimo, MD, Pediatric Urology, Children‘s’ Hospital of Pittsburgh, 3705 Terrace Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213; phone: 412.692.7932; fax: 412.692.7939 (e-mail: )
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- Department of Urology, Seoul Veterans Hospital, Seoul, Korea.
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Pazooki D, Edlund C, Karlsson AK, Dahlstrand C, Lindholm E, Törnqvist H, Jonsson O. Continent cutaneous urinary diversion in patients with spinal cord injury. Spinal Cord 2005; 44:19-23. [PMID: 16044167 DOI: 10.1038/sj.sc.3101811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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STUDY DESIGN Retrospective study. OBJECTIVE To examine the functional results and effect on quality of life of continent cutaneous urinary diversion in spinal cord injured patients. SETTING Department of Urology, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Göteborg, Sweden. SUBJECTS A total of 10 patients with spinal cord injury (SCI). METHOD The patients were operated on with an ileal reservoir (Kock reservoir or T-pouch), Cr-EDTA clearance was determined preoperatively and at follow-up. The patients answered a questionnaire concerning reservoir function, various activities and quality of life. The patient charts were reviewed. RESULTS One patient died of pulmonary embolism 3 years after surgery. Two patients were reoperated on for reservoir perforation. All patients were satisfied/very satisfied with their reservoirs. Half of them reported improved ability to perform various activities. Eight out of nine patients reported improved quality of life. CONCLUSION For a selected group of patients with SCI, continent cutaneous urinary diversion provides successful outcome with improved quality of life.
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- Department of Surgery, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Göteborg, Sweden
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Karsenty G, Moutardier V, Lelong B, Guiramand J, Houvenaeghel G, Delpero JR, Bladou F. Long-term follow-up of continent urinary diversion after pelvic exenteration for gynecologic malignancies. Gynecol Oncol 2005; 97:524-8. [PMID: 15863155 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2004.12.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2004] [Revised: 12/01/2004] [Accepted: 12/07/2004] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this retrospective study was to analyze the long-term outcome of patients undergoing a continent urinary diversion (UD) at the time of pelvic exenteration (PE). PATIENTS AND METHODS Between February 1993 and January 2001, 60 PE for gynecologic malignancies and requiring a UD were performed. Patient's preference, type of UD planned, type of UD performed, and late urinary morbidity (after day 90) were analyzed. RESULTS Eighty-two percent of the entire group (49/60) matched preoperatively criteria to have a continent UD and 41 continent UD were eventually performed (87%). Postoperative mortality in patients with a continent UD was 4.9% (2/41) and wasn't related to urinary complications. After a 20-month median follow-up, 18 patients (46%) with a continent UD developed late complications directly UD-related. These complications were: (a) major in 28% (5/18) requiring re-operation in 3 cases or endoscopic treatment in 2 cases; (b) minor in 72% (13/18) constantly medically treated. Chronic diarrhea was more frequent in patient who had small bowel or left colon resection (P < 0.05) and urine leakage was more frequent in patient with higher BMI (P < 0.05). At last follow-up, no patient had stopped self-catheterizations or asked for undiversion. CONCLUSIONS In our experience, continent UD at the time of PE despite high acceptability and feasibility rate, appeared to be strongly related to specific late complications, uncommon with ileal conduit. However, these complications remained more frequently minor and could be treated safely and conservatively.
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- Gilles Karsenty
- Assistance publique-Hôpitaux de Marseille, Hôpital Salvator, Urology Department, Marseille, France; Université de la Méditerranée, Faculté de Médecine, Marseille, France
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Ordorica R. The continent bladder: indications and techniques for the continent catheterizable segment. Curr Opin Urol 2004; 14:345-50. [PMID: 15626877 DOI: 10.1097/00042307-200411000-00009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Continent catheterizable segments are a substantial part of the urologist's armamentarium for providing bladder drainage. It is used for a myriad of indications, and there are multiple techniques currently used for its formation. Despite refinements in these techniques significant complications still occur, and there is continued advancement and ongoing investigation. This review examines the current status of the continent catheterizable segment with regard to indications for its use, techniques in its formation, discussion of complications, and ongoing and future directions in research. RECENT FINDINGS The continent catheterizable segment is indicated when it is not feasible to use the urethra for evacuation (e.g. bladder exstrophy, neurogenic bladder, radiation injury, and marked urethral dysfunction) or to facilitate catheterization. Compliance with catheterization and irrigation regimens is essential in patient selection. Multiple methods exist for its formation, either with or without the need for bladder augmentation. Although Mitrofanoff techniques with multiple applications predominate, "hemi" augments with efferent limbs also play a significant role. Stoma placement should be performed to best facilitate catheterization. Complications relating to catheterizable segments mainly pertain to continence, stenosis, and ability to catheterize, with more significant morbidity relating to the bladder augmentation. Ongoing research to develop more physiologic tissue substitutes and less invasive techniques may hopefully be superseded by prevention of the underlying lower urinary tract pathology. SUMMARY Catheterizable segments allow the patient to control bladder evacuation, and continue to be refined by ongoing investigations in terms of indication and technique, with attendent decreasing morbidity.
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- Raul Ordorica
- Department of Interdisciplinary Oncology, University of South Florida, Harbourside Medical Tower, 4 Columbia Drive, Suite 630, Tampa, FL 33606, USA.
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