A Complication of Bladder Reconstruction

Bladder rupture is a serious complication of bladder augmentation surgery and should be included in the differential diagnosis of patients with a history of bladder augmentation and Mitrofanoff presenting with free peritoneal fluid and shock. Maintenance of Mitrofanoff and bladder augmentation includes regular intermittent catheterization and bladder irrigation for life. The clinician must be aware of both the emergent surgical complications and the long-term complications associated with bladder augmentation.