Acellular bladder matrix allografts in the regeneration of functional bladders: evaluation of large‐segment (> 24 cm ² ) substitution in a porcine model

Abstract

The implantation of large patches of BAMA is technically feasible and may prove to be a viable surgical alternative to bladder augmentation with intestinal segments. The advantages of BAMA include the potential for complete and functional regeneration of a bladder substitute. This model provides a tool with which to obtain a better understanding of the cellular and molecular aspects of matrix re-population.