Open-assisted laparoscopic radical cystectomy using an ileal neobladder with intracorporeal urethra-neobladder anastomosis: technique and early experiences.

The operation was successful for all patients. The mean operative time was 6 hours and 30 minutes. Mean estimated blood loss was 560 ml. No intraoperative complications occurred. Mean hospital stay was 19.6 days. Mean Foley catheter indwelled time was 18 days. Return of bowel function took 4.8 days. Mean time to remove silastic drain was 14.2 days. After Foley catheter removal, all patients spontaneously voided without difficulty.