Diversion ahead: imaging appearance of urinary diversions and reservoirs

Clin Imaging. 2014 Jul-Aug;38(4):418-427. doi: 10.1016/j.clinimag.2014.01.017. Epub 2014 Feb 7.

Abstract

The imaging appearance of urinary diversion is determined by the indication and type of surgical procedure performed. These patients often undergo an imaging follow-up to detect complications or recurrence. Understanding the postoperative anatomy and early detection of complications are keys to adept interpretation of radiological evaluation of urinary reservoirs. The purpose of following review is to offer a brief account of commonly used surgical techniques, relevant anatomy, and concise overview of the imaging techniques for evaluation of the urinary diversions and features of their complications.

Keywords: Continent urinary diversions; Ileal conduit; Neobladder; Urinary diversion.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed*
  • Urinary Bladder / diagnostic imaging*
  • Urinary Bladder / surgery*
  • Urinary Diversion / methods*
  • Urinary Reservoirs, Continent*
  • Urogenital Surgical Procedures*