Radical Cystectomy and Orthotopic Urinary Reconstruction in Patients With Bladder Cancer After Renal Transplantation: Clinical Outcomes and Description of Technique

Abstract Objectives Radical cystectomy (RC) with pelvic lymph node dissection and urinary diversion is the standard treatment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer. In the setting of prior renal transplantation, surgical treatment remains the mainstay but is technically challenging. We report our patie...

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Published in:Transplantation proceedings 2013-05, Vol.45 (4), p.1661-1666
Main Authors: Moses, K.A, Bochner, B.H, Prabharasuth, D, Sfakianos, J.P, Bernstein, M, Herr, H.W, Dalbagni, G
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Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Aged
Cystectomy - methods
Female
Humans
Kidney Transplantation
Male
Middle Aged
Postoperative Complications
Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
Surgery
Treatment Outcome
Urinary Bladder Neoplasms - pathology
Urinary Bladder Neoplasms - surgery
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Summary:Abstract Objectives Radical cystectomy (RC) with pelvic lymph node dissection and urinary diversion is the standard treatment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer. In the setting of prior renal transplantation, surgical treatment remains the mainstay but is technically challenging. We report our patient outcomes in this unique population with a description of the technique. Methods We identified five patients with a history of renal transplantation who underwent RC and orthotopic urinary diversion. Preoperative clinical and demographic features were compiled and disease-specific and functional outcomes were assessed. Intraoperative technical challenges and maneuvers for avoiding complications are highlighted. Results Four patients were male and one was female, with a median age of 64 years. Gross hematuria was the most common sign at presentation. Clinical staging was T2, T2 with carcinoma in situ (CIS), high-grade (HG) Ta with CIS, T2 with squamous differentiation, and HG T1, and pathologic tumor stage was pTisN1, pT3N0, pTisN0, pT3N0, and pT0N0, respectively. One patient received a Studer-type diversion and four underwent Hautmann diversion. Median follow-up after cystectomy was 12.9 months. Graft ureteral identification was aided by the use of intravenous dye in all patients. Ipsilateral pelvic lymph node dissection was not possible in any patient. All patients are alive at follow-up, with two experiencing recurrence at 7.2 months and 66.8 months. No patient experienced a significant decrease in estimated creatinine clearance postoperatively. Postoperative daytime control was reported by all patients whereas two noted complete nighttime control. Conclusions RC with orthotopic diversion is a technically demanding procedure in patients with a history renal transplantation. Meticulous technique and careful attention to the altered anatomy are required for successful outcomes.
ISSN:0041-1345
1873-2623
DOI:10.1016/j.transproceed.2012.10.050