Patient Perceptions of Telephonic Visits during the COVID-19 Pandemic-Is Video Connectivity Imperative?

Introduction: We characterize patient perceptions of telemedicine (video-enabled) and telephonic (audio-only) visits conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods: A single-center cohort of 76 patients who underwent remote ambulatory visits from March 2020 to July 2020 was evaluated. Patients responded to a questionnaire assessing perception of timeliness, efficiency, overall satisfaction and willingness to have a remote appointment after the pandemic.

Ureteroenteric anastomosis in orthotopic neobladder creation: do urinary tract infections impact stricture rate?

Purpose: Radical cystectomy (RC) and urinary diversion in the treatment of muscle-invasive bladder cancer is associated with peri-operative complication rates as high as 60%. Ureteroenteric anastomotic stricture (UEAS) is a potential source significant morbidity often requiring secondary interventions. We sought to evaluate our experience with benign UEAS in our open ileal orthotopic neobladder (ON) population.

Single perineal incision placement of artificial urinary sphincter with cadaveric correlation of sub-dartos pump placement.

Purpose: We present a novel AUS implantation technique using a single perineal incision for single device placement or in combination with an inflatable penile prosthesis (IPP). Urinary and sexual dysfunction following the management of prostate cancer has a significant impact on the quality of life of our patients. While there are marginal changes in the prosthetic devices, we strive to reduce post-operative morbidity while maximizing efficacy.