Publication Name	World Journal of Clinical Urology
Manuscript ID	114046
Country	Nigeria

Category	Urology & Nephrology
Manuscript Type	Minireviews
Article Title	Practical approach to the review of bladder diverticulum and its management
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Abdullahi Khalid, Olusegun George Obadele, Taiwo Opeyemi Alabi, Saleh Abdelkerim Nedjim, Abdullahi Abdulwahab-Ahmed and Isma'ila Arzika Mungadi
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Corresponding Author	Isma'ila Arzika Mungadi, Department of Surgery, Tetfund Centre of Excellence in Urology and Nephrology, Institute of Urology and Nephrology, Usmanu Danfodiyo University and Teaching Hospital, <bold>Address for correspondence:</bold> Prof. Isma'ila Arzika Mungadi, Institute of Urology and Nephrology, Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital, Sokoto, Nigeria. E-mail: <email xlink:href="imungadi@yahoo.com" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">imungadi@yahoo.com</email>, Sokoto 840000, Nigeria. imungadi@yahoo.com
Key Words	Bladder diverticulum; Congenital; Diagnosis; Excision; Management
Core Tip	A bladder diverticulum is the outpouching of the bladder wall, which can be congenital or acquired, affecting individuals of all ages. Congenital cases are more common in the young, while acquired ones typically occur in adults. Although rare, it can cause significant distress due to recurrent infections or urinary symptoms. Diagnosis relies on clinical evaluation and imaging. Management has evolved from non-surgical to various surgical approaches, including laparoscopic and robotic-assisted techniques. It emphasizes a management strategy predicated on first identifying and treating the underlying cause of outlet obstruction, which may obviate the need for complex diverticulectomy in selected cases. This review presents a practical approach supported by imaging and operative techniques for easier understanding.
Citation	Khalid A, Obadele OG, Alabi TO, Nedjim SA, Abdulwahab-Ahmed A, Mungadi IA. Practical approach to the review of bladder diverticulum and its management. World J Clin Urol 2026; In press

Received	2025-09-15 00:52
Peer-Review Started	2025-09-15 00:52
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Revised	2025-10-02 03:46
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Second Decision by Editor	2026-01-12 02:39
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Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-01-12 07:21
Articles in Press	2026-01-12 07:21
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