Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2017; 30(03): 207-214
DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1598162
Review Article
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Use of Bowel in Reconstructive Urology: What a Colorectal Surgeon Should Know

Christopher D. Morrison
1   Department of Urology, Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois
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Stephanie J. Kielb
1   Department of Urology, Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois
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Publication Date:
22 May 2017 (online)

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Abstract

Urologists routinely use bowel in the reconstruction of the urinary tract. With an increasing prevalence of urinary diversions, it is important for surgeons to have a basic understanding of varied use and configuration of bowel segments in urinary tract reconstruction that may be encountered during abdominal surgery. The aim of this review article is to provide an overview of the various reconstructive urological surgeries requiring bowel and to guide physicians on how to manage these patients with urinary diversions.