[The course after ileo-cystoplasty in patients with interstitial cystitis]

The results of ileocystoplasty in nine patients with interstitial cystitis were evaluated. In addition to the information obtained from the hospital records, all patients answered a postal questionnaire. No serious complications occurred. Mean follow-up was 95 months (75-125 months). Seven patients were continent, of whom three were practising clean intermittent self-catheterization (CIS). One patient remained stress and urge incontinent in spite of CIS. After an uncomplicated operation one patient died seven years later from unknown causes. Six patients were very satisfied and two fairly satisfied with the outcome of the operation. All would accept a new operation if necessary.