Large bladder stones in an augmented bladder – An open approach to a big problem

Bladder augmentation can be a valuable life-changing operation for patients with bladder dysfunction, however, are associated with several complications that require long-term management. One of the most common complications seen in these patients are bladder calculi. If bladder stones are left untreated, they can become extremely large and cause pain, urinary tract infections, or difficulty emptying the bladder. We present the case of a patient with an augmented bladder who had numerous large bladder stones and his management.