Bladder Exstrophy

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Bladder exstrophy is a rare condition in which there is an error in fetal development leaving the bladder and pelvic structure malformed. The bladder, pelvic girdle, and external genitalia are often split, requiring repair. The goals of this repair are to improve quality of life in terms of urinary continence, aesthetics, pelvic stabilization, and sexual function. This repair often requires prolonged traction and external fixation to adequately fuse the pelvic girdle. To aid in the healing and tolerance of this, a prolonged epidural catheter is often used. The pharmokinetics and risk of infection are major considerations during the prolonged use of a caudal catheter.

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