Experience with Ileal Augmentation Cystoplasty Using a Short Pfannenstiel Incision

Abstract

Purpose Our study was done to evaluate the efficacy of performing ileal augmentation cystoplasty through a short Pfannenstiel incision. Materials and Methods From December 1986 to June 1988, 7 patients with neurovesical dysfunction secondary to myelodysplasia underwent ileal augmentation cystoplasty via a lower abdominal incision. From July 1989 to July 1993, 12 similar patients underwent ileal augmentation cystoplasty via a short Pfannenstiel incision. Results Operative time was slightly shorter and mean recovery time, as measured by the return of gastrointestinal function and hospital stay, was shorter in the Pfannenstiel incision group. Conclusions In select patients a short Pfannenstiel incision is the incision of choice for ileal augmentation cystoplasty.