ReviewTherapeutic advances in urology
A comprehensive review of urinary tract fistulas: the evolution of etiologies, surgical techniques, and contemporary outcomes.
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7 citing papers in PubMed.
- Urologic oncologic emergencies: a radiologist's guide.Abdominal radiology (New York) · 2026Review
- Vesicovaginal fistula repair: comparative analysis of perioperative outcomes and predictors of success in open, laparoscopic, and robotic approaches.European journal of medical research · 2026Article
- The Essential Role of High-resolution MRI Fistulogram Imaging with Ultrasound Gel Enema in Diagnosing Complex Rectovaginal Fistulas Post-Chemoradiation for Rectal Cancer: A Case Study Review.Current medical imaging · 2026Review
- "Robotic-assisted surgical management of a post-brachytherapy rectoprostatic fistula: a case report".BMC urology · 2025Article
- Surgical Outcomes of Lower Genitourinary Fistula Repair: A Prospective Cohort Study From an Indian Tertiary Hospital.Cureus · 2025Article
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- Case Report: Clinical application of hyperbaric oxygen therapy after bladder fistula repair surgery: a report of 7 cases and literature review.Frontiers in surgery · 2025Article
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Abstract
Urinary tract fistulas (UTFs) are abnormal connections between the urinary tract and adjacent structures such as the bowel, vagina, or blood vessels. UTFs result in significant personal, social, and financial challenges to patients worldwide. This review investigates the various causes, risk factors, symptoms, and historical evolution of repair techniques of UTFs. This focuses on the shift from open surgery to minimally invasive techniques, particularly the growing utilization of robot-assisted laparoscopic (RAL) approaches. This review emphasizes the growing role of RAL surgery in treating UTFs, citing its advantages of reduced blood loss, low recurrence rates, and decreased postoperative complications while acknowledging challenges such as limited access to the RAL platform and longer surgical times. The study concludes with advocacy for more widespread access to the RAL platform as well as more research, including randomized controlled trials, to further refine the body of evidence and promote patient outcomes.
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