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The prosthetic bladder

T Gürpinar1, D P Griffith

  • 1Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX 77030, USA.

World Journal of Urology
|January 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary
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Developing a total prosthetic bladder for urinary reconstruction remains challenging. Experimental studies suggest that achieving ideal functional characteristics for an alloplastic bladder is possible, though the ideal prosthesis is not yet available.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Biomaterials Science
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • Bladder reconstruction is necessary for conditions like bladder cancer, cystitis, and congenital anomalies.
  • Current methods utilize autogenous bowel segments, which can lead to complications.
  • The development of an intracorporeal urinary reservoir using a total prosthetic bladder has been a long-standing goal.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the progress and challenges in developing a total prosthetic bladder.
  • To explore the potential of alloplastic materials for bladder reconstruction.
  • To assess the feasibility of creating a near-normal bladder prosthesis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of investigational and clinical trials focused on alloplastic bladder prostheses.

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  • Analysis of experimental studies examining the functional characteristics of prosthetic bladders.
  • Investigation of two distinct alloplastic models for bladder replacement.

    • Main Results:

    • The ideal prosthetic bladder has not yet been developed.
    • Experimental data indicates that achieving the functional characteristics of an ideal prosthetic bladder is potentially achievable.
    • Two primary alloplastic models have been explored in research.

    Conclusions:

    • While a perfect prosthetic bladder remains elusive, research shows promise for future development.
    • Alloplastic materials offer a potential avenue for creating functional urinary reservoirs.
    • Continued investigation into alloplastic models is warranted for advancing bladder reconstruction techniques.