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Feature|Articles|April 17, 2026
How to avoid and how to manage complications of radical cystectomy
Author(s)Hadley W. Wyre, MD, FACS
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Radical cystectomy is a morbid operation with a high rate of complications, with the 90-day complication rate approaching 65%, and over one-third being major complications. Long-term complications can significantly impact patients’ quality of life. Two of the most common long-term complications include ureteral strictures and parastomal hernias.
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