Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Bladder rupture, though infrequent, is a significant urological emergency with potential life-threatening implications. This report discusses seven cases, including three spontaneous and four traumatic ruptures. The spontaneous ruptures were associated with underlying conditions such as multiple sclerosis and Behçet's disease, as well as risk factors like binge drinking. The traumatic ruptures resulted from blunt force injuries, including motor vehicle collisions and falls. Four cases exhibited intraperitoneal rupture, while three were extraperitoneal. Gross hematuria was consistently noted in traumatic cases, while spontaneous ruptures showed more varied presentations. All patients underwent CT cystography, highlighting its importance for diagnosis. Surgical intervention was successful for all, though one case required reoperation due to recurrence. This study emphasizes the need for timely imaging, tailored management strategies, and vigilance to improve outcomes in bladder rupture cases.
Source: Journal of Surgical Case Reports
DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjaf341
Authors: Hamza Ait Mahanna, Reda Safwat, Mehdi Safi-Eddine, Adil Kbiro, Amine Moataz, Mohamed Dakir, Adil Debbagh, Rachid Aboutaieb
Language: English
Subfield: Urology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,000
OpenAlex ID: W4412087676