Long-term results of bladder neck incision in men |
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| Authors: | J Krogh H P Beuke A B Christensen B H Spars? |
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| Institution: | Department of Urology D, Bispebjerg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark. |
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| Abstract: | A retrospective cohort of 163 male patients having either uni- (UI) or bilateral incision (BI) of the bladder neck to relieve infravesical obstruction was reviewed. Short-term results were excellent with significant improvement of flow rates. 82% (UI) and 87% (BI) of the incised patients were satisfied. Long-term results were assessed by a life-table analysis. 17% (UI) and 12% (BI) of the patients needed a reoperation during the observation period of 6 years. It is concluded that bladder neck incision is a method with few complications and favourable long-term results. |
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