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[Endoscopic treatment of bladder diverticula]
L G Luciani1, G Giusti, F Mastroeni
1Cattedra, Clinicizzata di Urologia, Universitá di Verona.
Summary
Endoscopic fulguration effectively treats bladder diverticula. This minimally invasive technique led to significant shrinkage or complete disappearance in all six patients studied.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Context:
- Bladder diverticula can cause urinary issues.
- Traditional treatments may involve open surgery.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy of endoscopic fulguration for bladder diverticula.
- To assess this technique as an alternative to open surgery.
Summary:
- Six patients with bladder diverticula underwent neck resection and mucosal fulguration.
- Procedures were combined with transurethral resection of the prostate or urethral dilation.
- After a mean 20-month follow-up, diverticula resolved in 5 patients and shrunk in 1.
Impact:
- Endoscopic fulguration is a safe and effective treatment for small bladder diverticula.
- This approach offers a less invasive option compared to open surgical procedures.