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VOL. 2, ISSUE 12 (2015)
Urinary and sexual morbidity after total mesorectal excision in male patients
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Gamal Al-Sheemy, Hazem Abd Al-Sabour
Abstract
Introduction: The present study evaluate the morbidity of total mesorectal excision (TME) with autonomic nerve preservation of rectal cancer concerning urinary and sexual complications in male patients.
Patients and Methods: Forty men underwent total mesorectal excision as a treatment of rectal cancer were evaluated post-operatively through regular examination, follow up, and questionnaires regarding urinary and sexual functions outcome. rn
Results: Erection was possible in 32 out of 40 patients (80%); penetration ability was possible in 30 patients (75%). Inability for erection and intercourse occurred in 4 patients (10%), and retrograde ejaculation in 1 patients (2.5%). Bladder voiding dysfunction was reported in 6 patients (15%).
Conclusion: Total mesorectal excision gave favorable results as regards sexual and urinary function outcome, and should be recommended as the surgical technique of choice for proctectomy.rn
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Pages:224-230
How to cite this article:
Gamal Al-Sheemy, Hazem Abd Al-Sabour "Urinary and sexual morbidity after total mesorectal excision in male patients". International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 2, Issue 12, 2015, Pages 224-230
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