Transperitoneal vs extraperitoneal radical cystectomy: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Kevin Leonardo,
Hendy Mirza,
Doddy Hami Seno
et al.
Abstract:Background
One of the most complex surgeries including radical cystectomy (RC) has a high rate of morbidity. The standard approach for the muscle-invasive bladder is conventional transperitoneal radical cystectomy. However, the procedure is associated with significant morbidities like ileus, urinary leak, bleeding, and infection. The aim of this study is to compare the transperitoneal RC approach with the extraperitoneal RC approach in the treatment of bladder cancer patients. The outcomes of this study are Op… Show more
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