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[The Fabian prosthesis: our experience in 13 cases]
J A Benítez Navío1, M Arrizabalaga Moreno, T Casanueva Luis
1Servicio de Urología del Hospital Ntra. Sra. de Alarcos, Ciudad Real, España.
Archivos Espanoles De Urologia
|November 1, 1990
Summary
The spiral intraurethral prosthesis showed poor results and high removal rates in patients with prostatic obstruction. Further research is needed for alternative intraurethral devices.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Medical Devices
Context:
- Prostatic obstruction syndrome often requires permanent bladder catheterization.
- High-risk surgical candidates and those awaiting surgery need alternative solutions.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the one-year outcomes of the spiral intraurethral prosthesis in patients with prostatic obstruction.
- To analyze micturition hydrodynamics, continence mechanisms, and identify reasons for poor outcomes.
Summary:
- A one-year follow-up of 13 patients implanted with a spiral intraurethral prosthesis was conducted.
- The prosthesis required removal in 6 cases (46%), with calcification being one reason.
- Poor flowmetry results and incontinence were observed, prompting the abandonment of the metal prosthesis.
Impact:
- The spiral intraurethral prosthesis demonstrated suboptimal efficacy and safety in this patient cohort.
- Findings suggest limitations in current intraurethral device technology for prostatic obstruction.
- Further investigation into newer intraurethral catheters is warranted to improve patient outcomes.