Appendicovesicostomy: an alternative urinary diversion in the child

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Pediatric Surgery

Background:

• Continent appendicovesicostomy, or Mitrofanoff technique, is a surgical procedure.
• This technique creates a channel for bladder management.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report on the experience with the continent appendicovesicostomy (Mitrofanoff technique).
• To discuss indications, surgical techniques, and outcomes.
• To present a novel transureteral continent cystostomy technique.

Main Methods:

• Retrospective review of 10 cases undergoing continent appendicovesicostomy.
• Detailed description of surgical techniques employed.
• Presentation of a transureteral continent cystostomy method.

Main Results:

• The study is based on 10 patient observations.
• Experience with the Mitrofanoff technique is detailed.
• Indications, techniques, and results are discussed.

Conclusions:

• The continent appendicovesicostomy (Mitrofanoff technique) is a viable option for bladder management.
• Further evaluation of the transureteral continent cystostomy technique is warranted.