
Ultrasonography is accepted as a valuable screening method for the detection of renal trauma, although it does not make any functional contribution. Computerized tomography has replaced excretory urography for the evaluation of blunt renal trauma, because it makes more precise diagnosis possible. Arteriography is mandatory when injuries of the renal branch are suspected. The management of renal trauma should restore normal circulation and renal function and should preserve as much functioning renal tissue as possible. For renal contusion and minor cortical lacerations, even when there is a small extravasation of urine, conservative management is sufficient, while major cortical lacerations and injuries of the renal vessels require prompt operative methods. The classification of urethral ruptures is based on rectal palpation of the prostate, distribution and size of hematomas and urethrography. A primary catheter for diagnostic purposes is strictly contraindicated. Urinary diversion proximal to the urethral lesion is the primary therapeutic procedure, while the definite management of the ruptured urethra can be postponed. Injuries to the organs of the urogenital system are rarely life threatening, and in the case of multiple trauma their management can be adapted to fit in with the treatment of injuries to other vital organs. Nevertheless, diagnosis and adequate treatment of injured urogenital organs must not be neglected as long-lasting or permanent damage could result.
Diagnostic Imaging, Multiple Trauma, Urinary Bladder, Angiography, Angiography, Digital Subtraction, Urogenital System, Kidney, Urethra, Humans, Wounds and Injuries, Ureter, Tomography, X-Ray Computed, Ultrasonography
Diagnostic Imaging, Multiple Trauma, Urinary Bladder, Angiography, Angiography, Digital Subtraction, Urogenital System, Kidney, Urethra, Humans, Wounds and Injuries, Ureter, Tomography, X-Ray Computed, Ultrasonography
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