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Vesico-cutaneous fistula presenting as medial thigh sepsis following salvage prostate cancer radiotherapy

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Vesico-cutaneous fistula is a rare complication following prostate cancer treatment, often involving a complex interplay between prior radiation and subsequent instrumentation. We present a case of a 71-year-old male presenting with acute medial thigh sepsis. Imaging revealed a vesico-cutaneous fistula tracking from a posterior-inferior bladder defect, through the pubic symphysis (causing osteomyelitis), and into the adductor compartment. Though a salvage cystectomy was not feasible, urinary diversion alone was successful in ameliorating the patient's symptoms and achieving clinical control. This case emphasizes maintaining a high index of clinical suspicion for urinary fistulation in irradiated patients with atypical soft tissue presentations.

Source: Urology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2026.103432

Authors: Rachel Cockburn, Anthony Kiosoglous

Institutions: The University of Queensland, Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital, Metro South Health

Language: English

Topic: Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,160