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W-stapled ileal neo-bladder formed entirely with absorbable staples
J E Montie1, J E Pontes, B G Parulkar
1Department of Urology, Wayne State University, School of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan.
The Journal of Urology
|May 1, 1994
Summary
This study introduces a novel W-shaped ileal reservoir using absorbable staples for bladder cancer patients. The technique simplifies and speeds up reservoir creation, showing comparable functional outcomes to existing methods.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Surgical Oncology
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
Background:
- Orthotopic bladder replacement is increasingly used after cystoprostatectomy for bladder cancer.
- Continent urinary diversion often increases surgical complexity, limiting its widespread adoption.
- Absorbable staples offer potential for simplifying reconstructive procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a novel technique for creating a W-shaped ileal reservoir using absorbable staples.
- To assess the simplicity, speed, and preliminary functional outcomes of this new method.
Main Methods:
- A novel W-shaped ileal reservoir was constructed using absorbable staples with GIA and TA instruments.
- The technique was applied in 15 patients undergoing total cystoprostatectomy for bladder cancer.
- Urodynamic studies and continence assessments were performed postoperatively.
Main Results:
- Reservoir construction time ranged from 12 to 21 minutes in the initial 15 patients.
- The technique demonstrated simplicity and speed in reservoir formation.
- Preliminary functional outcomes, including urodynamics and continence, were comparable to other ileal reservoirs.
Conclusions:
- The novel W-shaped ileal reservoir fashioned with absorbable staples is a simple and rapid technique.
- Preliminary functional results suggest comparability with existing ileal reservoir methods.
- Further comparative trials are warranted to validate this technique on a larger scale.