Intracorporeal Urinary Diversion in Robotic Radical Cystectomy

Robotic-assisted radical cystectomy has gained increasing popularity over the past decade. Initially, the procedure was performed with extracorporeal urinary diversion given the technical challenges of the intracorporeal approach. Since then, innovative techniques have been described to facilitate bowel manipulation, assess ureteral and mesenteric vasculature, and perform ureteroenteric and urethro-ileal anastomosis. Overcoming the learning curve associated with intracorporeal urinary diversion can lead to decreased blood loss, shorter operative times, and faster convalescence, particularly with enhanced recovery protocols. Herein we review technical points, complications, outcomes, and future innovations in intracorporeal urinary diversion.”