Development and implementation of a clinical pathway for radical cystectomy and urinary system reconstruction
1Department of Surgical Services, University of Virginia Medical Center, Charlottesville 22908, USA.
Abstract:
A multidisciplinary pathway and patient guide for radical cystectomies is described. Various forms of urinary diversion may be employed after cystectomy for bladder cancer. A clinical pathway for the management of patients undergoing radical cystectomy and urinary diversion or neobladder construction has proved beneficial to patient care, to the nursing and medical staffs, and to the institution.
