Skin Grafting of the Penis
Penile skin loss may occur after trauma, infection, or as a result of surgical resection. This article reviews indications for reconstruction of the penile skin, skin anatomy, and skin graft…
Reconstruction of Radiation-induced Injuries of the Lower Urinary Tract
This article presents an overview of reconstruction of lower urinary tract injury caused by radiation therapy for prostate cancer. Discussions include cause, patient evaluation, reconstructive techniques, and outcomes following repair….
Advances in Diagnosis and Management of Genital Injuries
External genital trauma is uncommon. However when it occurs, it can cause long-term physical, psychological, and functional quality-of-life sequelae. Rapid and proper treatment can help preserve cosmesis and function. Therefore,…
Penile Prosthesis Insertion for Acute Priapism
Shunt surgery is not universally successful toward detumescence, may lead to erectile dysfunction, and can make eventual penile prosthesis insertion difficult. Penile prosthesis insertion during a priapistic episode alleviates ischemic…
Standardized Approach for the Treatment of Refractory Bladder Neck Contractures
Bladder neck contracture is a relatively uncommon but well-described complication after the surgical treatment of prostate cancer. Although numerous treatments have been described as an initial management strategy for patients…
Primary Realignment of Pelvic Fracture Urethral Injuries
This article reviews the history, indications, technique, complications, and outcomes of primary urethral realignment of pelvic fracture urethral injuries. In clinically stable patients, an attempt at endoscopic urethral realignment is…
Robotic Reconstruction of Lower Ureteral Strictures
Distal ureteral reconstruction is increasingly being performed by minimally-invasive surgical techniques. The robotic surgical platform provides an additional modality for repairing distal ureteral defects with the associated benefits of a…
Tips for Successful Open Surgical Reconstruction of Posterior Urethral Disruption Injuries
This article provides an overview of the open surgical management of posterior urethral disruption injuries. The discussion includes the evaluation of the patient before surgery with a focus on urethral…
Damage Control Maneuvers for Urologic Trauma
This article discusses the evaluation and management of genitourinary system trauma in the critically injured patient. Injuries to any of the organs in the genitourinary system can be managed with…
Strategies for Open Reconstruction of Upper Ureteral Strictures
This article presents a review of the literature regarding surgical techniques and outcomes for reconstruction of strictures involving the upper ureter. The preoperative assessment for proximal ureteral stricture is briefly…
