OBLITERATIVE VESICOURETHRAL STRICTURES FOLLOWING RADICAL PROSTATECTOMY FOR PROSTATE CANCER: RECONSTRUCTIVE ARMAMENTARIUM

Abstract

Single stage reconstruction of the obliterated vesicourethral anastomosis after prostatectomy successfully restored urethral patency. No technique was applicable in all cases. Sphincteric function is likely to be compromised after the primary procedure, resulting in incontinence after successful urethral reconstruction. Subsequent artificial sphincter placement appears to be safe and helpful in restoring continence.