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Novel Utilization of a Penrose Drain as a Spacer During Temporary Artificial Urinary Sphincter Explantation and Rectourethral Fistula Repair

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: A 65-year-old male patient with a history of external beam radiation therapy for prostate cancer and multiple urological surgeries developed a rectourethral fistula after treatment for urethral diverticulum with stones. In managing this complex case, a Penrose drain was utilized as a spacer during artificial urinary sphincter cuff removal to preserve the urethral space for future sphincter re-implantation. This report highlights the novel application of a Penrose drain as a spacer in urological surgery and its benefits in minimizing tissue contraction and preserving urethral health.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.73137

Authors: Jeremy Sheiber, Lucas R Wiegand

Institutions: University of Central Florida, Orlando Health, Orlando Regional Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Urological Disorders and Treatments

Subfield: Urology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4404107341