Incidence and Risk Factors of Stomal Complications in Patients Undergoing Cystectomy With Ileal Conduit Urinary Diversion for Bladder Cancer

Abstract

Stomal complications associated with ileal conduit urinary diversion are not uncommon and occur in almost 15% of patients, with the most common problem being parastomal hernia. Evaluation of possible risk factors demonstrates that obesity may be a contributing factor in the development of stomal complications, particularly in the elderly. Furthermore, our experience suggests that subsequent repairs of parastomal hernias are only moderately successful.