Medical & Surgical Urology
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Martin Wullschleger

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• Research Article
  Risk Factors Associated with Lower Urinary Tract Injuries in Traumatic Pelvic Fractures
  Author(s): Vaite Tsing, Jessica Ng and Martin WullschlegerVaite Tsing, Jessica Ng and Martin Wullschleger
  
  Background: Bladder and urethral injuries associated with pelvic fractures are uncommon and are missed at initial assessment in up to 23% of cases. Missed lower urinary tract injuries have a significant impact on patient morbidity, if not identified early. This study aims to associate mechanisms of traumatic pelvic ring fractures with bladder and/or urethral injuries to determine factors that may increase odds of injury. Methods: In a retrospective cohort study, all patients 13 years and older admitted to Gold Coast Health Service from 2010 to 2016 with traumatic pelvic injuries and lower urinary tract injuries were identified. Mechanism of injury and types of pelvic fractures were evaluated and clinical symptoms and treatment analysed. Results: 333 patients with pelvic fractures were identified: seven sustained urethral injuries, three bladder injuries and one wit.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2168-9857.1000188

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