Adult Bladder Exstrophy with Premalignant Changes Following Failed Reconstruction: A Case Report
Published on: 1st April, 2026
Background: Bladder exstrophy is a rare congenital abnormality that is usually managed with multiple surgical interventions. Long-term consequences include recurrent urinary tract infections, bladder stones, fistulae, and metaplastic changes with malignant potential.Case Presentation: We present a case of a 21-year-old male with a history of failed childhood surgeries for bladder exstrophy who presented with a vesicocutaneous fistula and a 7 cm bladder stone. He underwent an open cystolithotomy with bladder augmentation and creation of a Benchekroun continent valve. However, the patient developed recurrent fistulae due to poor tissue quality. Histopathological examination confirmed early squamous metaplasia in the bladder mucosa. After discussion in a multidisciplinary meeting, the patient underwent a radical cystectomy with ileal conduit urinary diversion using the Bricker technique. He is doing well at 3 months with no evidence of any complication.Conclusion: This case illustrates the difficulties encountered in managing adult patients with bladder exstrophy and failed reconstructions. The presence of squamous metaplasia, poor bladder tissue, and recurrent complications all contributed to the decision for radical cystectomy. It is important to recognize these changes and address them appropriately in a timely manner to prevent further complications and possible malignant changes.
Assessment of the Quality of Life in Patients Undergoing Radical Cystectomy with Urinary Diversion
Published on: 24th June, 2026
Radical cystectomy with urinary diversion is the standard treatment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer. The impact of the type of urinary diversion on quality of life (QoL) remains debated. This cross-sectional study assessed QoL in 57 patients who underwent radical cystectomy between 2014 and 2022 at two urology departments in Rabat, Morocco, using the Bladder Cancer Index (BCI), the SF-36, and the Body Image Scale (BIS). Multiple linear regression identified socioeconomic status, body image perception, urinary discomfort, and comorbidities as the main determinants of QoL, with the type of urinary diversion playing an indirect role mediated through these factors. These findings underscore the need for a multidimensional approach when evaluating and optimizing QoL outcomes after radical cystectomy.
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