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Robotic Radical Cystectomy with Intracorporeal Urinary Diversion

Robot-assisted complete bladder removal with urinary diversion built inside the abdomen.

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What is Robotic Radical Cystectomy with Intracorporeal Urinary Diversion?

Robotic radical cystectomy with intracorporeal urinary diversion ICUD is the surgical procedure of removing the entire bladder along with adjacent organs and creating an ileal conduit or neobladder, all performed inside the body with robot assistance.

It is the standard treatment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer.

It improves recovery and reduces wound complications compared with the open approach.

Symptoms

Pain in the lower abdomen in the postoperative period
Stoma adaptation and care issues
Voiding pattern changes with the new bladder
Frequent urinary tract infections

Risk Factors

Muscle-invasive bladder cancer
Recurrent high-grade non-muscle invasive disease
Pelvic radiation history and previous bladder surgery

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

  • Stoma redness, bleeding or change in output
  • Persistent fever or severe abdominal pain — urgent
  • Severe pain or distention with the new bladder

Treatment Methods

01
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy when indicated
02
Robotic radical cystectomy with bilateral pelvic lymph node dissection
03
Intracorporeal ileal conduit or orthotopic neobladder construction
04
Stoma nurse training and pelvic floor rehabilitation
05
Lifelong oncologic and renal function follow-up

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You can visit our Üroloji department for these complaints. Our specialist physicians will create the most suitable treatment plan for you.

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