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Percutaneous cystolithotomy in the pediatric augmented bladder.

Mark P Cain1, Anthony J Casale, Martin Kaefer

  • 1Department of Urology, James Whitcomb Riley Hospital for Children, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA.

The Journal of Urology
|September 28, 2002
PubMed
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Percutaneous endoscopic cystolithotomy effectively removed bladder stones in children with augmented bladders. This minimally invasive technique, utilizing the suprapubic tract, proved safe and successful, avoiding damage to continence mechanisms.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Pediatric Surgery

Background:

  • Bladder stones are a frequent complication after augmentation cystoplasty.
  • Increased use of Mitrofanoff channels and bladder neck tightening has complicated endoscopic access and raised stone incidence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of percutaneous endoscopic cystolithotomy for bladder stones in children with augmented bladders.

Main Methods:

  • Percutaneous extraction of bladder calculi was performed in 13 children with augmented bladders.
  • Access was gained via dilation of the prior suprapubic tube site.
  • Stones were removed intact or fragmented using laser or electrohydraulic lithotripsy.

Main Results:

  • Successful stone removal was achieved in 12 of 13 patients (92%).

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  • One patient required open cystolithotomy due to bladder perforation.
  • No stone recurrences were observed during a mean follow-up of 24 months.

    • Conclusions:

    • Percutaneous stone removal via the suprapubic tract is a simple, effective, and minimally invasive treatment for augmented bladder calculi.
    • This technique preserves the integrity of the continence mechanism.
    • It is the preferred method for managing stones in augmented bladders.