Orthotopic Neobladder versus Ileal Conduit Urinary Diversion after Cystectomy – A Quality-of-Life Based Comparison

Abstract

In a similar age-group population, there was no significant difference in most QoL indices but body image issues persist in ICD patients. OBS patients had significantly better physical function, continuing to have a more active lifestyle. They attained urethral voiding with good continence. A detailed discussion of long-term functional outcome would engender a realistic expectation allowing better adaptation.