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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
PubMed
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.

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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:

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  • 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.