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Intravenous papaverine in constructing continent urinary reservoir
S B Malkowicz1, M R Avon, D Thangathurai
1Department of Surgery, University of California School of Medicine, Los Angeles.
Urology
|May 1, 1989
Summary
Intravenous papaverine aids continent urinary reservoir creation, proving safe and effective. This technique may also benefit other small bowel surgeries.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Surgical Innovation
Background:
- Continent urinary reservoir construction can involve restrictive surgical steps.
- Facilitating these steps is crucial for successful patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of intravenous papaverine as an adjunct in continent urinary reservoir surgery.
- To explore the potential application of this technique in other small bowel procedures.
Main Methods:
- Intravenous papaverine administration during continent urinary reservoir construction.
- Assessment of procedural facilitation and patient outcomes.
Main Results:
- Intravenous papaverine was found to be a safe and effective adjunct.
- The method successfully facilitated a restrictive portion of the surgery.
Conclusions:
- Intravenous papaverine is a valuable tool for continent urinary reservoir surgery.
- The technique shows promise for broader application in surgeries involving the small bowel.