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[Living with bladder exstrophy - the patients' perspective].

Brigitte Seliner1, Rita Gobet, Petra Metzenthin

  • 1Pflegexpertin Rehabilitation und Leitung Abteilung Kontinenz, Universitäts-Kinderklinik Zürich. Brigitte.Seliner@kispi.uzh.ch

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Individuals with bladder exstrophy (BE) can lead fulfilling lives despite challenges. Positive attitudes, fostered by strong caregiver support and comprehensive care, are key to well-being for those with BE.

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Published on: August 9, 2012

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Bladder exstrophy (BE) is a rare, severe congenital urogenital malformation.
  • BE can cause significant physical, psychosocial, and psychosexual challenges.
  • Long-term lived experiences of individuals with BE are not well-documented.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To qualitatively explore the lifelong experiences of individuals with bladder exstrophy.
  • To identify factors influencing well-being and inform optimized treatment, care, and counseling.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted semi-structured interviews with 20 adults (4 women, 16 men) aged 38-68 with BE.
  • Employed content analysis to identify recurring themes and categories.

Main Results:

  • Three major categories emerged: 'having a good life despite BE,' 'the affected ones' (parents, partners), and 'influencing factors.'
  • Key experiences included hospitalizations, managing symptoms, feeling different, self-disclosure, and information gathering.
  • Perception of living with BE is shaped by individual and contextual factors, with strong caregiver support crucial for a positive outlook.

Conclusions:

  • Individuals with BE can achieve a good quality of life despite ongoing health issues.
  • Continuous, competent, and interdisciplinary care and education are essential for patients and families.
  • Optimizing support systems can foster positive attitudes and enhance well-being for those with bladder exstrophy.