Augmentation ileocystoplasty in neurogenic bladder due to transverse myelitis in a woman with systemic lupus erythematosus

pulse therapy ， clean intermittent catheterization was required for urinary incontinence and residual urine. One year later ， bilateral hydronephrosis and vesical diverticulitis developed ， and thus augmentation ileocystoplasty was performed. After three months of the operation ， hydronephrosis and urinary incontinence resolved with frequent clean intermittent catheterization We should not overlook lower urinary tract symptoms in patients with SL E. We advocate performing a surgical procedure in cases in which conservative treatments are not effective. (Hinyokika Kiyo 51: 677-680 ， 2005)