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Management of delayed bladder augmentation perforation.
Winifred Adams1, Linda M Dairiki Shortliffe
1Stanford University Medical Center, Palo Alto, CA, USA.
Nature Clinical Practice. Urology
|June 10, 2006
Summary
A 17-year-old male with a history of bladder augmentation enterocystoplasty experienced acute abdomen due to perforation. Prompt surgical repair and supportive care were crucial for recovery.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Surgical Innovation
- Pediatric Surgery
Background:
- A 17-year-old male with a history of bladder augmentation enterocystoplasty presented with symptoms of acute abdomen.
- This case highlights a rare but serious complication following bladder augmentation surgery.
Observation:
- The patient presented with nausea, emesis, and acute abdominal pain.
- Diagnostic investigations included physical examination, blood and urine cultures, and CT cystography.
Findings:
- The diagnosis was acute abdomen secondary to perforation of the bladder augmentation.
- The perforation required immediate surgical intervention.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of vigilant monitoring for complications after bladder augmentation.
- Timely diagnosis and surgical management are critical for favorable outcomes in bladder augmentation complications.