A minimally invasive approach to transperitoneal perforation of the bladder during bladder tumour resection

Authors

  • Mena Bishay University of Alberta
  • R. John D'A. Honey University of Toronto

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5489/cuaj.3037

Abstract

The authors present a case of intraperitoneal rupture of the bladder during transurethral resection of a bladder tumour (TURBT), which was managed conservatively. By passing a urethroscope — which was smaller in diameter than the perforation — through the hole, a small superficial burn was identified on the adjacent bowel and deemed benign, saving this patient with multiple comorbidities from having to undergo an open laparotomy. The bladder was drained with a Foley catheter to allow the perforation to heal and the patient was discharged without incident. By using this approach, a direct view of the neighbouring structures confirmed the integrity of bowel and prevented the need for increased risks associated with a laparotomy.

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Published

2016-03-14

How to Cite

Bishay, M., & Honey, R. J. D. (2016). A minimally invasive approach to transperitoneal perforation of the bladder during bladder tumour resection. Canadian Urological Association Journal, 10(3-4), E117–8. https://doi.org/10.5489/cuaj.3037

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Case Report