Analysis of the effects of different surgical approaches on corporotomy localization in inflatable penile implant surgery performed by expert implant surgeons.

Inflatable penile prostheses may be a solution for patients with erectile dysfunction. To our knowledge, no data exist regarding the effect of different surgical approaches used during implantation on the site of the corporotomy. The main purpose of this multicentre study was to investigate the influence of different surgical approaches on the corporotomy site.Data were collected from six expert implant surgeons. Surgical notes were searched for the incision site, proximal, distal and total corporal length measurement, total cylinder length, length of rear tip extenders, surgery time, type of implant, and reservoir placement. The association between the proximal/distal corporal length and the recorded covariates was examined using a linear mixed model.A total of 1757 patients who underwent virgin prosthesis implantation were included in the analysis. Analysis of proximal/distal measurements was performed on 1709 patients. The proximal/distal ratio had a mean of 0.8 ± 0.3 in penoscrotal incisions (n = 391), 0.7 ± 0.2 in infrapubic incisions (n = 832) and 0.7 ± 0.2 in subcoronal (n = 486) incisions. We observed no significant differences in proximal/distal measurements between the highest-volume surgeons.We could not draw a firm conclusion about the difference in corporotomy site between different surgical approaches, but we found no significant difference between the highest-volume surgeons using different techniques.

[Metastase from lobular breast carcinoma on the ileal patch of augmentation]. / Métastase de carcinome lobulaire mammaire sur un patch iléal d'entérocystoplastie.

Patients treated with bladder augmentation have a higher risk of developing bladder cancer than the general population. In these patients, tumours are most frequently primary bladder cancers. Metastasis in an augmentation cystoplasty is extremely rare and here we describe the first case of metastasis from lobular breast carcinoma in an ileal patch. A 52-year-old woman, with a medical history of invasive lobular breast cancer, presented with gross hematuria seven years after an ileal augmentation cystoplasty. A large bladder mass was found exclusively on the enteric patch, with lymphadenopathies from iliac vessels to right kidney hilum. Asurgical resection of the ileal segment with trigonal preservation was performed, associated with a complete cytoreduction. The bladder was reconstructed with a new ileal segment. Pathology confirmed the diagnosis of metastatic lobular breast carcinoma. Patients treated with augmentation cystoplasty need a close and long follow-up to detect the warning signs of tumor development. We herein report our experience of a metastatic lesion on the enteric part of a cystoplasty. Unusual characteristics of the bladder tumor and personal oncologic history of the patient may be suggestive of a secondary lesion.

Les patients traités par entérocystoplastie d'agrandissement présentent un risque plus important que la population générale de développer un cancer de vessie. Chez ceux-ci, les masses vésicales sont le plus souvent des cancers primitifs de la vessie. Les métastases au niveau d'iléocystoplasties sont très rares et nous décrivons le premier cas de métastase d'un carcinome lobulaire du sein sur patch iléal. Il s'agit d'une patiente de 52 ans, se présentant pour hématurie macroscopique survenue sept ans après une iléocystoplastie d'agrandissement. Elle a également été traitée antérieurement pour un carcinome lobulaire du sein. Une large masse vésicale est visualisée sur le patch intestinal uniquement, avec des adénopathies s'étendant des vaisseaux iliaques au hile rénal droit. Nous réalisons une exérèse du segment iléal avec préservation du trigone, associée à une cytoréduction tumorale complète. La vessie est reconstruite avec un nouveau segment d'iléon. L'analyse pathologique confirme le diagnostic de carcinome lobulaire métastatique. Les patients porteurs d'entérocystoplastie d'agrandissement nécessitent un suivi à long terme pour détecter les signes évocateurs d'une tumeur vésicale. Nous rapportons notre expérience d'une lésion métastatique exceptionnelle sur patch iléal d'agrandissement vésical. Des caractéristiques inhabituelles de la tumeur vésicale ainsi que l'historique oncologique du patient pouvaient suggérer une lésion métastatique.

The "Mini-Jupette" sling at the time of inflatable penile prosthesis implantation: Adequate treatment for erectile dysfunction with mild incontinence and/or climacturia after radical prostatectomy.

AIM: The usual morbidity after radical prostatectomy (RP) implies, the possible need for inflatable penile prosthesis (IPP). This study aims to validate the efficacy and safety of a sling called "Mini-Jupette" concomitantly with the implantation of an IPP that will counteract mild UI (<2 pads/day) associated or not with climacturia for patients resistant to non-invasive therapeutic approach. METHODS: We provide a detailed description with robust illustration of an original surgical technique. The method the criteria analyzed in the study and the statistical method. Retrospective data from 15 patients from 2006 to 2016 are detailed. RESULTS: Data about erectile function, continence before and after operation are documented for this cohort with mild incontinence (15pts - 100% - mean pad/day was 1.5, SD=0.6) and climacturia (6pts-40%). Mean age was 65.9 years (SD=6.3). There were no complications but 2 patients had dysuria and one patient present urinary retention requiring temporary bladder drainage. At 6 months, incontinence were objectively cured for 80% of patients and 2 patients (13%) improve their continence by a slight activation of the implant, the climacturia disappeared in 5 patients (82%). A telephone interview shows a good durability of the results. with a mean time of 107 months follow-up. CONCLUSION: Concomitant insertion of the "Mini-Jupette" sling during implantation of an IPP contributes reliably, safely and durably to the treatment of post-radical prostatectomy mild incontinence and/or climacturia. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: 3.

[Cystic nephroma : a rare kidney neoplasm]. / Le cas clinique du mois. Le néphrome kystique : une tumeur rénale rare.

Cystic nephroma is a rare kidney neoplasm belonging to the entity of cystic tumours. It is a slow-growing tumour, which develops insidiously, sometimes reaching a considerable size. The diagnosis is more often accidental (except for mass syndrome in children). It is a benign tumour that may be treated by partial sparing nephrectomy. Malignant degeneration is few and far between. However, no medical examination can confirm the diagnosis before surgery. On medical imaging, the tumour enhances after contrast injection and there will always be a doubt about the benignity. Furthermore, percutaneous biopsy of the mass is not contributory to the diagnosis. This means that it is not easy to propose a conservative surgical treatment, even though this remains the best way to deal with such a tumour.

Le néphrome kystique («Cystic Nephroma¼) est une tumeur rare appartenant au spectre des tumeurs rénales kystiques. Sa croissance est lente et il se développe de manière insidieuse, atteignant parfois une taille importante. Ainsi, sa découverte est le plus souvent fortuite (syndrome de masse chez les enfants et incidentalome chez les adultes). Il s'agit d'une pathologie bénigne pouvant être traitée par chirurgie conservatrice d'épargne néphronique. La dégénérescence maligne est rarissime. Cependant, aucun examen médical ne permet de poser un diagnostic de certitude avant l'intervention chirurgicale. A l'imagerie, la lésion se rehausse après injection de produit de contraste, et il persiste toujours un doute quant à sa bénignité. Par ailleurs, la biopsie d'une telle lésion kystique n'est pas contributive. Ainsi, il n'est pas toujours aisé de poser l'indication de traitement conservateur, bien qu'il soit préférable pour le patient.

[Management of renal cell carcinoma associated with an extensive inferior vena cava tumor thrombus]. / Prise en charge d'un carcinome rénal associé à un thrombus tumoral cave étendu.

Each main kind of cancer has rather typical or atypical clinical presentations, depending upon several factors related to histopathology or staging. The diagnosis of renal cell carcinoma associated with an extensive inferior vena cava tumor thrombus usually implies prognostic, workup, and surgical management issues. The incidental discovery of this rare clinical entity presented as deep vein thrombosis is narrated, with some therapeutic elements, including an example of alternative surgical treatment. The importance of preoperative assessment - particularly local regarding operability, is emphasized as well.

Chaque grand type de cancer se présente via différents tableaux cliniques typiques et atypiques selon des facteurs anatomo-pathologiques ou encore liés au stade d'évolution. La découverte d'un thrombus tumoral cave étendu associé à un carcinome rénal pose d'emblée des difficultés à la fois pronostiques ainsi qu'au niveau de la mise au point, afin de déterminer les gestes chirurgicaux possibles. Un cas révélé par une thrombose veineuse profonde est rapporté avec des éléments thérapeutiques comprenant un exemple d'alternative chirurgicale, et l'importance du bilan-préopératoire, notamment locorégional, pour l'opérabilité, est soulignée.

[Early implantation of a penile prosthesis as an optimal treatment of retractory low flow priapism]. / Implantation précoce d'une prothèse pénienne comme traitement optimal du Priapisme réfractaire à bas débit.

Low flow priapism is a urologic emergency because it leads to erectile dysfunction due to cavernosal fibrosis. Several treatments exist, including cavernosal aspiration, washing with or without alpha-mimetic agent or shunting surgery. In case of failure of these methods or prolonged priapism (superior to 36 hours), the option of early penile prostheses implantation should be discussed with a motivated patient in order to improve sexual satisfaction.

Le priapisme à bas débit est une urgence urologique car il conduit inévitablement à la fibrose des corps caverneux et donc à une dysfonction érectile totale. Différentes méthodes de détumescence existent allant de la ponction évacuatrice, le lavage avec ou sans agent vasoconstricteur à la chirurgie de «shunting¼. En cas d'échec de ces manoeuvres ou en cas de priapisme de plus de 36 heures, les recommandations actuelles sont de proposer au patient motivé l'implantation précoce d'une prothèse pénienne pour optimiser la satisfaction sexuelle ultérieure.

[Highflow priapism : diagnostic evaluation, contribution of ultrasound and recommendations]. / Priapisme à haut débit d'origine traumatique : mise au point diagnostique, apport de l'échographie et recommandations.

The high flow priapism (HFP) is a very rare pathology. It must be distinguished from the low flow which is a real urologic emergency. The diagnosis of HFP (most often post-trauma) remains clinical, but penile color Doppler ultrasound can confirm, identify and track the evolution of the lesion. Conservative treatment is effective and remains the first line treatment. However the different therapeutic modalities (selective embolisation, surgery) should be explained to the patient and be considered case by case.

Le priapisme à haut débit (PHD) est une pathologie très rare et il faut le différencier de celui à bas débit qui est une véritable urgence urologique. Le diagnostic de PHD, souvent d'origine post-traumatique, reste clinique, mais l'échographie Doppler couleur pénienne permet de le confirmer, d'identifier et de suivre l'évolution de la lésion. Le traitement conservateur est efficace et reste celui de première intention. Cependant les différentes modalités thérapeutiques (embolisation sélective, chirurgie) doivent être expliquées au patient et être envisagées au cas par cas.

Robot-assisted excision of a pararectal gastrointestinal stromal tumor in a patient with previous ileal neobladder.

Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are the most frequent mesenchymal tumors of the gastrointestinal tract with surgical resection remaining the cornerstone of therapy. Pararectal lesions are considered to be technically difficult and pose in some cases a challenge. We report, to the best of our knowledge, the first robotic-assisted pararectal GIST excision. A 43-year-old man was referred to our center with pararectal GIST recurrence, despite treatment with targeted therapy. Eleven years ago, he underwent extensive abdominal surgery including cystoprostatectomy with ileal neobladder diversion due to GIST resection in the rectoprostatic space. Robot-assisted surgical resection was successfully performed without the need for temporary colostomy. The postoperative course of the patient was uneventful, and the pathology report confirmed a GIST recurrence with negative surgical margins and pelvic lymph nodes free of any tumor. Robotic-assisted pelvic surgery can be extended to incorporate excision of pararectal GISTs, as a safe, less invasive surgical alternative with promising oncological results and minimal injury to adjacent structures.

[Normal ageing of the male and female genito-urinary tract]. / Le vieillissement "normal" de l'appareil génito-urinaire.

Normal or usual ageing of the urinary tract leads to genito-urinary dysfunctions without evident urogynaecological anomalies. It requires the physicians' awareness because these highly prevalent urinary disorders affect the seniors' quality of life. These troubles encompass incontinence of all types, which prevails in both sexes. Age, institutionalization of the individual and cognitive decline worsen the situation. Overactive bladder associated with older age has different consequences in men and women because of the potential occurrence of a lower urinary tract (LUT) obstruction due to benign prostate hyperplasia in men and of a decreased urethral resistance to leakage in women. Female prolapse can worsen the situation towards incontinence or LUT obstruction. Sexuality differently ages in the two sexes. Currently available modern urological approach can improve the seniors quality of life.

[A case of autoinjection of vaseline under penis skin]. / A propos d'un cas d'auto-injection pénienne de vaseline.

We report the case of a 24-year-old rumanian patient who came to the emergency department complaining of glans penis pain and tight phimosis; he claimed to have undergone an injection of vaseline under penis skin. We review the literature on various nonmedical practices of penile foreign body injection to enlarge and thicken the penis.

[Can we treat sexual addiction ?]. / L'addiction au sexe, ça se soigne?

Sexual addiction or sexual dependence is characterized by hypersexuality, impaired regulation of sexual desire and sexual compulsivity, including having sex with uncontrolled excessive frequency (5 to 15 sexual acts per day for more than 6 months, from 15 years old). Between 3% and 6% of the adult population (> or =18 years) would have the characteristics of sexual addiction, disorder prevalent in the male population. The addictive processes affect three behavioral domains : motivation-reward, affect regulation and behavioral inhibition. Sex addiction is usually accompanied by other addictions, such as abuse of drugs or alcohol or sex toys that enhance sexual performance. Psychiatric comorbidities can be found : anxiety disorders, mood disorders. Several forms of treatment have been tried, using medication, cognitive-behavioral therapy and psychotherapy sessions alternated with exposure therapy in virtual reality. In this article, we will discuss the multiple definitions of hypersexuality and the possibilities of therapeutic approaches.

[Dapoxetine (Priligy): on demand treatment of premature ejaculation]. / Le médicament du mois. La dapoxétine (Priligy): médicament à la demande pour le traitement de l'éjaculation prématurée.

Premature ejaculation (PE) is a common sexual dysfunction, affecting approximately 20-24% of men. Managing PE has been a challenge for physicians and psycho-sexologists as well because no drug for PE has been approved by European (EMA) or U.S. (FDA) drug agencies. Over the past decade, clinical evidence has emerged indicating a beneficial effect of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), tramadol, penile anesthesia and, in some cases, inhibitors of phosphodiesterase type 5 for the treatment of men with PE. A psycho-sexological care helps support. In spite of their efficacy, adverse effects represent the major concern for the chronic use of SSRIs in patients with PE and they may prompt discontinuation from therapy. Dapoxetine, marketed as Priligy, is the first compound developed specially for the treatment of PE, on demand before intercourse. Dapoxetine works by inhibiting the serotonin transporter, increasing serotonin's action at the postsynaptic cleft, and as a consequence promoting ejaculatory delay. Dapoxetine is quickly absorbed and eliminated rapidly from the body. Its fast acting property makes it suitable for the on demand treatment of PE.

[Intraoperative scintigraphic visualization of a single rib metastasis from operated prostatic adenocarcinoma]. / Repérage scintigraphique peropératoire d'une métastase costale unique d'un adénocarcinome prostatique opéré.

We present a case of a lonely bone lesion after a prostatic adenocarcinoma with recurrent increased PSA. The localization of the metastasis at the level of a rib is infrequent. The precise localization of the lesion was made possible by intraoperative scintigraphy. Histology confirmed the complete resection of the lesion with safe margins.

Characteristics and expectations of patients with erectile dysfunction: results of the SCORED study.

In an observational study in men with erectile dysfunction (ED) consulting a general practitioner (GP) or urologist in Belgium, demographics, ED characteristics (including erection hardness score), co-morbidities and treatment expectations were evaluated using a structured questionnaire. In total, 341 GPs and 41 urologists recruited 1492 patients. Most (74%) were untreated and 25% had ED for >3 years. Considering PDE5 inhibitors, erection hardness (89%) and maintenance (92%) were considered 'very important' by most patients. Only 18% of physicians initiated discussion about ED, despite 41% of patients having >or=3 known risk factors. The questionnaire was considered helpful by 81% of GPs and 83% of their patients. Overall, patients are under-diagnosed, and physicians are reluctant to ask about ED. A questionnaire including erection hardness score is useful to facilitate discussion about ED in general practice. Erection hardness and maintenance are more important to patients as compared to fast onset or long duration of action.

[Erectile dysfunction]. / La dysfonction érectile.

Diabetes is a frequent aetiology of erectile dysfunction. The prevalence of erectile dysfunction in diabetics is three times higher than in the general population. Erectile dysfunction in diabetics is multifactorial. Phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors represent the treatment of first intention.

[Excruciating flank pain: "acute renal colic"]. / Douleurs paroxystiques lombaires: "la colique néphrétique".

The classic presentation of acute renal colic is the sudden onset of very severe pain in the flank primarily caused by the acute ureteral obstruction. The diagnosis is often made on clinical symptoms only, although confirmatory exams are generally performed because many others significant disorders may present with symptom of flank pain that mimics renal colic. Life threatening emergency such as abdominal aortic aneurysm must be ruled out. While non contrast CT has become the standard imaging modality, in some situations, a plain abdominal radiograph associated with a renal ultrasound or a contrast study such as intravenous pyelogram may be preferred. Hematuria is frequently present on urine analysis. The usual therapy represented by analgesic and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should be started as soon as possible. Size and location of the stone are the most important predictors of spontaneous passage. Uncontrolled pain by medical therapy, fever, oligo-anuria suggest complicated stone disease. Such conditions require emergency treatment by drainage or stone extraction. Although recurrent stone rate is important, extensive metabolic explorations are not recommended after an uncomplicated first episode. Nevertheless fluid intake is encouraged and a stone chemical analysis should be performed whenever possible.

[Anatomic-clinical confrontation. Large pelvic mass in a young man]. / Confrontation anatomo-clinique. Volumineuse masse pelvienne chez un homme jeune.

The authors report the case of a gastro-intestinal stromal tumor (GIST) with unusual clinico-pathological features, presenting as a large cystic rectal mass in a young man. The differential diagnosis of pelvic masses is discussed. In light of this case, the recent literature related to the pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of GIST is reviewed.