Five years ago, I had an ileal conduit cystectomy. I have been having annual hospital check-ups, and on this visit, I saw a different surgeon. During our conversation, I told him about some of the problems I have been experiencing following this operation, and he asked me if I had considered having an Indiana Pouch.
Has anyone here had this done? - changing from an ileal conduit to an Indiana pouch, and if so, were they feeling better for having it done?
I'm in a bit of turmoil as to whether to leave well enough alone and put up with my bag and its problems or to go through more surgery and experience different kinds of problems.
Was it worth changing and having another operation?
Your experiences would be very much appreciated before I make my final decision.
Has anyone here had this done? - changing from an ileal conduit to an Indiana pouch, and if so, were they feeling better for having it done?
I'm in a bit of turmoil as to whether to leave well enough alone and put up with my bag and its problems or to go through more surgery and experience different kinds of problems.
Was it worth changing and having another operation?
Your experiences would be very much appreciated before I make my final decision.