Laparoscopic diverticulectomy: preliminary report of a new approach for the treatment of bladder diverticulum.

Parra, R O; Jones, J P; Andrus, C H; Hagood, P G · J Urol · 1992

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Laparoscopic techniques have expanded the possibilities of endo-surgically approaching urological abnormalities that would otherwise be managed via an open operation. We report on another useful application of the laparoscope, bladder diverticulectomy. A large bladder diverticulum, responsible for incomplete bladder emptying and recurrent urinary tract infections in an 87-year-old man, was successfully excised endoscopically. The technique and possible future indications are described.

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