Indiana augmentation cystoplasty (IAC) is a popular form of continent catheterizable diversion where the terminal ileum forms a catheterizable channel, and a buttressed ileocecal valve is used as the continence mechanism. The ascending colon is detubularized and sutured to the opened bladder, creating a low pressure urinary reservoir.1 Elimination of urinary drainage bags, increased independence, and improved body image have been cited by up to 80% of patients undergoing continent urinary tract reconstruction as factors improving quality of life.2
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