-of-Spain, University of the West IndiesFracture of the penis is a well-recognized clinical entity. The ideal management has evolved and repair remains largely surgical. We present the etiology and pathophysiology of this condition and outline the therapeutic options.
In patients undergoing radical cystectomy the surgical Apgar score predicts major postoperative complications and death. This simple and objective postoperative metric may be used to dictate the intensity of care. Prospective studies are needed to determine whether treatment decisions based on this scoring system improve radical cystectomy outcomes.
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