Traumatic Injury of the Pelvis, Bladder and Urethra

Injuries in the urinary bladder and urethra by any trauma are uncommon. The damage and rupture in these organs may occur as a consequence of blunt or penetrating trauma to the pelvis and abdomen. Only a few number of pelvic fractures lead to urinary bladder ruptures. The severity of bladder ruptures depends upon how much of the bladder was full during the time of injury and cause/causes of that injury. In earlier days, the diagnosis of urinary bladder and urethra injury was often missed or delayed due to the lack of proper knowledge and adequate medical instruments. The early diagnosis and proper treatment successfully help patients to avoid several complications.