Intraoperative catheter management during laparoscopic excision of a giant bladder diverticulum.
BACKGROUND: Massive bladder diverticula present a technical challenge to the laparoscopic surgeon. We describe a laparoscopic approach to transperitoneal diverticulectomy, using a specific catheter arrangement to allow excellent control of the various portions of the procedure. METHODS: A 49-year-old male with longstanding frequency was diagnosed with a 1000 cc bladder diverticulum and bladder neck outlet obstruction. Laparoscopic transperitoneal diverticulectomy was performed using a triple catheter arrangement: endoscopic placement of a Councill catheter in the diverticulum, fluoroscopic positioning of an occlusion balloon catheter in the renal pelvis, and placement of a Cope loop suprapubic tube. Additionally, a transurethral incision of the prostate was performed. RESULTS: The procedure was completed laparoscopically using a four port transperitoneal approach. During the procedure, the diverticulum could be filled and emptied as needed; the catheter across the diverticular neck facilitated subsequent closure of the bladder wall defect. The diverticulum was completely excised. The remaining defect in the bladder was then closed in 2 layers. The patient was discharged on postoperative day 3. CONCLUSION: Careful planning and arrangement of catheters in the bladder, ureter, and diverticulum facilitates laparoscopic transperitoneal diverticulectomy of even a very large volume diverticulum.[1]References
- Intraoperative catheter management during laparoscopic excision of a giant bladder diverticulum. Khonsari, S., Lee, D.I., Basillote, J.B., McDougall, E.M., Clayman, R.V. Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A. (2004) [Pubmed]
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