Rectourinary fistula repair using the Latzko technique

Purpose: We report our experience with the Latzko technique for rectourinar y fistula repair after radical retropubic prostatectomy and cystoprostatect omy. Materials and Methods: We performed 7 fistula repairs in 6 patients. The 1- stage procedure was based on a technique for vesicovaginal fistula closure with denudation of the rectal mucosa and multilayer closure of the fistulou s tract. Results: Closure was successful in all patients, although 1 had to undergo the procedure twice. There were no postoperative complications. Conclusions: The Latzko procedure is, effective for rectourinary fistula re pair and associated with minimal morbidity.