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Laparoscopic cystectomy: indications and limitations.

Eduardo F Carvalhal1, Inderbir S Gill

  • 1Urological Institute, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, 9500 Euclid Avenue, A100, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA.

Archivos Espanoles De Urologia
|September 13, 2002
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Laparoscopic cystectomy is a feasible surgical approach with a mean operative time of 7.3 hours. While safe, this technique requires high surgical skill and its oncological role is still under evaluation.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

  • Cystectomy is a classical operation for bladder removal.
  • Laparoscopic techniques offer potential advantages in minimally invasive surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To detail the technique and preliminary outcomes of laparoscopic cystectomy.
  • To review indications and limitations of this novel surgical approach.

Main Methods:

  • Description of key steps in laparoscopic cystectomy and ileal conduit creation.
  • Evaluation of operative and immediate complications in 11 patients.

Main Results:

  • Feasible procedure with a mean operative time of 7.3 hours and median blood loss of 330 cc.
  • Major complication rate of 18%, minor complications at 27%.

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  • Average hospital stay of 7 days.

    • Conclusions:

    • Laparoscopic cystectomy can be performed safely, demanding a high level of surgical expertise.
    • The definitive role and oncological outcomes require further investigation and confirmation.