Delayed Diagnosis of Blunt Ureteral Injury following Motor Vehicle Collision.

Published in: Case reports in surgery (2023)

Patients involved in motor vehicle collisions are at risk of multi-system trauma including genito-urinary injuries. A small percentage of these patients may present with blunt ureteral injuries. A high index of suspicion is required to make an early diagnosis. Earlier diagnosis may help to prevent morbidity.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
prognostic factors
patient reported