Gritty sensation on catheter: a new clinical sign for self-diagnosis of stone formation in the continent urinary pouch

Indian J Urol. 2010 Jan-Mar;26(1):118-9. doi: 10.4103/0970-1591.60457.

Abstract

With more experience and better management, the incidence of complications like stone formation after continent urinary diversion is uncommon today. We report a case of large stone bulk in a patient who underwent this surgery 10 years back and who suggested the formation of stones in the pouch herself by sounding them. Proper counseling, regular pouch irrigation and follow-up are essential in any kind of diversion.

Keywords: Bladder substitution; continent cutaneous pouch; self-catheterization; stone.

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