Bladder Removal Surgery (Cystectomy, Ileal Conduit, Neobladder, Indiana Pouch)
Bladder removal surgery (cystectomy) is performed when the bladder is removed, often due to cancer or severe dysfunction. New ways to store and pass urine are created using parts of the intestine, known as urinary diversion. Options include an ileal conduit (external bag), a neobladder (internal, allowing urination through the urethra), or an Indiana Pouch (internal, drained by a catheter). This major surgery requires significant lifestyle adjustments and ongoing medical care.
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Life after Bladder Removal - Part I: Anatomy
Dr. Alexander Kutikov explains anatomy basics for bladder removal (cystectomy) in men & women. Understand surgical changes & considerations for urinary diversion. Part 1 of 4.
Life after Bladder Removal - Part II: Ileal Conduit
Dr. Alexander Kutikov explains the ileal conduit, a common urinary diversion after bladder removal. Learn about this surgical procedure, life with a urostomy, and potential complications.
Life after Bladder Removal - Part III: Neobladder
Dr. Alexander Kutikov breaks down the neobladder surgical procedure in Part III of "Life after Bladder Removal." Understand how this urinary diversion works, its challenges, and what to expect during recovery.
Life after Bladder Removal - Part IV: Indiana Pouch and Q & A Session
Learn about the Indiana Pouch urinary diversion in detail with Dr. Alexander Kutikov. This Q&A session covers neoadjuvant chemotherapy, managing life with diversions, and complex bladder cancer cases.
Bladder Cancer Treatment: Bladder Removal Surgery - Urology Care Foundation
Facing muscle-invasive bladder cancer? Explore bladder removal surgery (cystectomy) options. This video details the procedure, recovery, and side effects to help you understand this vital treatment.
Bladder Cancer Treatment: Urinary Diversion - Urology Care Foundation
Explore urinary diversion options for bladder cancer patients. Understand continent & non-continent types, what to expect post-bladder removal, and life after surgery.
Bladder Cancer Treatment: Bladder Preservation Therapy - Urology Care Foundation
Learn about bladder preservation therapy for muscle-invasive bladder cancer. Explore trimodal and neoadjuvant options, understanding treatment choices, recovery, and potential side effects.
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Meet Dr. Kutikov
Professor and Chair, Department of Urology | Roberta R. Scheller Endowed Chair of Urologic Oncology | Fox Chase Cancer Center
Professor, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
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I am a surgical specialist who treats urologic cancers. Working closely with other members of our National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center multidisciplinary team, I make certain that my patients are aware of all the choices that today's cutting edge oncological care has to offer, regardless of whether these treatments take place inside or outside the operating room.
