Lecture: Urethral trauma Flashcards
1
Q
What is the mechanism of damage for urethral trauma?
A
(Male)
(Anterior) Bulb compressed against pubis
(Posterior) MVA
(Female) Birth-related
2
Q
What are the clinical features of urethral trauma?
A
Blood at the meatus (introitus) / inability to void / extravasion
Rectal examination for high riding prostate
3
Q
How is urethral trauma diagnosed?
A
Flexible Cystoscopy
USS
4
Q
What is the treatment of urethral trauma?
A
Gentle passage of urethral catheter OR suprapubic catheter
Repair / Reconstruction