Rectourinary Fistula after Radical Prostatectomy: Review of the Literature for Incidence, Etiology, and Management
Although rectourinary fistula (RUF) after radical prostatectomy (RP) is rare, it is an important issue impairing the quality of life of patients. If the RUF does not spontaneously close after colostomy, surgical closure should be considered. However, there is no standard approach and no consensus in...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2011-01-01
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Series: | Prostate Cancer |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2011/629105 |