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Augmentation cystoplasty in the failed exstrophy reconstruction.

J P Gearhart1, R D Jeffs

  • 1Division of Pediatric Urology, James Buchanan Brady Urological Institute, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland.

The Journal of Urology
|April 1, 1988
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Bladder augmentation is a successful treatment for bladder exstrophy failures, improving continence and upper tract stability. Most patients achieve continence, though many require intermittent catheterization.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Pediatric Surgery

Background:

  • Bladder exstrophy is a complex congenital condition requiring surgical correction.
  • Some patients with bladder exstrophy experience long-term complications, necessitating further interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the outcomes of bladder augmentation in patients with bladder exstrophy who failed initial reconstructive procedures.
  • To assess the efficacy of augmentation cystoplasty in achieving continence and preserving upper tract function.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 148 patients with bladder exstrophy over 10 years.
  • Analysis of 12 patients who underwent bladder augmentation, including details of prior surgeries and adjunctive procedures.

Main Results:

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  • 11 out of 12 patients achieved urinary continence after bladder augmentation.
  • 9 patients required intermittent catheterization for bladder management.
  • Augmentation cystoplasty demonstrated prolonged stability of upper tracts and continence.

    • Conclusions:

    • Augmentation cystoplasty is a viable and successful alternative to urinary diversion for select bladder exstrophy failures.
    • This procedure offers long-term benefits in terms of continence and upper urinary tract preservation.