Hem-o-lok clips are widely used in robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP). However, clips-related complications have been reported, including intravesical migration. Here, we share a 60-year-old male case with newly diagnosed prostatic adenocarcinoma. With an unfavorable intermediate risk, he was admitted for RARP. He was discharged from hospital without any immediate complications. However, he reported progressive dysuria and slow urine stream 6 months after surgery. Cystoscopy showed severe bladder neck contracture (BNC), and 2 Hem-o-lok clips were found intravesically and removed during bladder neck incision. Subsequently, fiberocystoscopy revealed another 2 clips near the bladder neck with mild BNC after another 6 months. These 2 clips were also removed during bladder neck dilatation. His urination status then improved without further obstruction. Clip migration after RARP is uncommon; however, clinicians must keep this in mind when patients present with new complaints such as lower urinary tract symptoms, hematuria, and recurrent urinary tract infections.

Keywords:
Surgical clip, Hem-o-lok, Bladder neck contracture, Clip migration, Robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy
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