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  • 1Section of Laparoscopic and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Glickman Urological Institute, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio 44195, USA.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

  • Radical cystectomy is a standard treatment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer.
  • Preservation of neurovascular bundles (NVBs) is crucial for maintaining postoperative function.
  • Laparoscopic approaches offer potential benefits in terms of recovery and morbidity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the technique of nerve-sparing laparoscopic radical cystectomy (NS-LRC) with continent orthotopic ileal neobladder.
  • To report the early oncological and functional outcomes in selected male and female patients.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective review of 5 patients who underwent NS-LRC between 2000 and the present.
  • Detailed description of the nerve-sparing technique, including specific steps for male and female anatomy.

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  • Use of Hem-o-lock clips to avoid energy sources near the NVB.

    • Main Results:

    • Median operative time: 10 hours; median blood loss: 400 mL; median length of stay: 5 days.
    • No patient required blood transfusion; one postoperative complication.
    • At 30 months median follow-up, all patients were recurrence-free.
    • 100% nocturnal and 75% daytime continence at 12 months.
    • Sexual function preserved in 1 of 1 female and 2 of 4 male patients.

    Conclusions:

    • Nerve-sparing laparoscopic radical cystectomy is feasible in selected patients with organ-confined bladder cancer.
    • Precise surgical technique and anatomical awareness are key to successful nerve preservation.
    • Early results suggest favorable oncological control and functional outcomes.