Enigmatic Case of Bladder Hematoma Masquerading as Massive Hemoperitoneum in Postpartum Phase: Cystoscopic Management

Significant spontaneous bladder trauma at vaginal birth is rare and affects <1% of deliveries. Bladder contusion resulting in urinary retention 5 days after normal delivery is being described here in a 23-year-old primiparous lady who underwent cystoscopic fulguration of the bleeder. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment can prevent long term, irreversible damage to the detrusor muscle that can have a permanent impact on a woman’s quality of life. A multidisciplinary surgical team comprising gynaecologists, urologists and anaesthetists carried out examination under anaesthesia and cystoscopy. An arterial bleeder below the interureteric ridge in the area of bladder neck was identified and coagulated with Resectoscope loop to secure hemostasis ensuring a safe distance from both ureteric orifices. Postoperative continuous bladder drainage for 3 weeks resulted in complete recovery. Careful evaluation of the stable patient with radiologic imaging and endoscopic management in competent hands should be considered before proceeding with any open surgical procedure in such cases

Features of the installation of a suprapubic cystostomy for laparoscopic treatment of patients with intraperitoneal bladder rupture

INTRODUCTION: In closed intraperitoneal bladder trauma, an alternative to laparotomy is laparoscopy. The rupture is closed with endoscopic sutures, and the bladder is drained with a urethral catheter. In the literature, the issue of the placement of a trocar cystostomy during laparoscopic treatment of patients with intraperitoneal bladder ruptures requiring prolonged drainage is insufficiently covered. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY: Determination of the optimal trocar cystostomy method during laparoscopic treatment of intraperitoneal bladder rupture. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Trocar cystostomy was performed in 8 patients with intraperitoneal bladder ruptures, among whom 7 had concomitant diseases of the prostate gland, and 1 had urethral stricture. Trocar cystostomy during laparoscopic surgery was performed in three different ways. Results. In the first method, the rupture of the bladder was initially sutured. Then, through the urethral catheter, the bladder was filled with saline. A trocar cystostomy was inserted through the suprapubic region. The second method consisted in the installation of a trocar cystostomy under the control of a laparoscope even before the suturing of the bladder rupture. In the third method proposed by us (patent No. 2592023), a Foley-type catheter with a balloon capacity of at least 200 ml was inserted into the abdominal cavity through the laparoscopic port. A catheter was inserted from the abdomen through an intraperitoneal rupture into the bladder. Inside the bladder, the catheter balloon was filled with saline. Then, through the suprapubic region, the anterior abdominal wall, the bladder and the inflated balloon of the catheter were pierced layer by layer with a trocar. Another catheter was inserted through the trocar into the bladder. After removal of the catheter with a ruptured balloon, the intraperitoneal rupture of the bladder was sutured. FINDINGS: According to the results of the study, the third method of inserting a trocar cystostomy turned out to be the most optimal and safe.

A case series of a novel phenomenon of “whiplash bladder”

We describe the phenomenon of the development of lower urinary tract symptoms (storage) following accidents in which there is no direct bladder trauma or pelvic fracture and propose the term “Whiplash bladder”. That bladder symptoms may develop in such circumstances is under appreciated in the urological and medical legal literature.

Traumatic Bladder Ruptures: A Ten-Year Review at a Level 1 Trauma Center

Bladder rupture occurs in only 1.6% of blunt abdominopelvic trauma cases. Although rare, bladder rupture can result in significant morbidity if undiagnosed or inappropriately managed. AUA Urotrauma Guidelines suggest that urethral catheter drainage is a standard of care for both extraperitoneal and intraperitoneal bladder rupture regardless of the need for surgical repair. However, no specific guidance is given regarding the length of catheterization. The present study seeks to summarize contemporary management of bladder trauma at our tertiary care center, assess the impact of length of catheterization on bladder injuries and complications, and develop a protocol for management of bladder injuries from time of injury to catheter removal. A retrospective review was performed on 34,413 blunt trauma cases to identify traumatic bladder ruptures over the past 10 years (January 2008–January 2018) at our tertiary care facility. Patient data were collected including age, gender, BMI, mechanism of injury, and type of injury. The primary treatment modality (surgical repair vs. catheter drainage only), length of catheterization, and post-injury complications were also assessed. Review of our institutional trauma database identified 44 patients with bladder trauma. Mean age was 41 years, mean BMI was 24.8 kg/m2, 95% were Caucasian, and 55% were female. Motor vehicle collision (MVC) was the most common mechanism, representing 45% of total injuries. Other mechanisms included falls (20%) and all-terrain vehicle (ATV) accidents (13.6%). 31 patients had extraperitoneal injury, and 13 were intraperitoneal. Pelvic fractures were present in 93%, and 39% had additional solid organ injuries. Formal cystogram was performed in 59% on presentation, and mean time to cystogram was 4 hours. Gross hematuria was noted in 95% of cases. Operative management was performed for all intraperitoneal injuries and 35.5% of extraperitoneal cases. Bladder closure in operative cases was typically performed in 2 layers with absorbable suture in a running fashion. The intraperitoneal and extraperitoneal injuries managed operatively were compared, and length of catheterization (28 d vs. 22 d, p=0.46), time from injury to normal fluorocystogram (19.8 d vs. 20.7 d, p=0.80), and time from injury to repair (4.3 vs. 60.5 h, p=0.23) were not statistically different between cohorts. Patients whose catheter remained in place for greater than 14 days had prolonged time to initial cystogram (26.6 d vs. 11.5 d) compared with those whose foley catheter was removed within 14 days. The complication rate was 21% for catheters left more than 14 days while patients whose catheter remained less than 14 days experienced no complications. The present study provides a 10-year retrospective review characterizing the presentation, management, and follow-up of bladder trauma patients at our level 1 trauma center. Based on our findings, we have developed an institutional protocol which now includes recommendations regarding length of catheterization after traumatic bladder rupture. By providing specific guidelines for initial follow-up cystogram and foley removal, we hope to decrease patient morbidity from prolonged catheterization. Further study will seek to allow multidisciplinary trauma teams to standardize management, streamline care, and minimize complications for patients presenting with traumatic bladder injuries.

IATROGENIC URINARY TRACT TRAUMA IN OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGIC SURGERIES AT H. ADAM MALIK GENERAL HOSPITAL MEDAN

Objective: Urinary tract iatrogenic trauma in abdominal or pelvic surgery may cause morbidity, mortality, or even medico-legal problems. The close embryonic, as well as anatomical relationship between urinary tract and genital organs, may be a predisposition for urinary tract trauma, especially ureter and bladder, in obstetrics and gynecology surgeries. This research aimed to evaluate the incidence of iatrogenic urinary tract trauma in obstetrics and gynecology surgeries. Material & Methods: This was a descriptive retrospective research. This research was conducted at Urology Division of Department of Surgery at H. Adam Malik General Hospital, Medan, from February to June 2016. Total sampling method was used. Data were collected from medical records of patients who had iatrogenic urinary tract trauma due to obstetrics and gynecology surgeries at H. Adam Malik General Hospital from January 2011 to December 2015. Parameters that were evaluated included patient characteristics, the type of obstetrics and gynecology procedure that was conducted, the type of urinary tract trauma, and the type of urologic procedure conducted. Data were registered and analyzed using statistical software SPSS version 22. Results: There were 25 patients with 28 incidences of iatrogenic urinary tract trauma, which consisted of 12 iatrogenic ureteral trauma and 16 iatrogenic bladder trauma, out of all patients who underwent obstetrics and gynecologic surgeries at H. Adam Malik General Hospital, Medan, from January 2011 to December 2016. The youngest patient was 19 years old, while the oldest patient was 78 years old. Mean age of patients was 46.48 years (SD ± 11.6). The age group with the most iatrogenic urinary tract trauma was between 26-45 years old, which consisted of 12 patients (48%). Gynecologic patients had the most iatrogenic urinary tract trauma, which was experienced by 23 patients (92%). The most common diagnosis was ovarian cancer. Hysterectomy was the most common procedure to cause iatrogenic urinary tract trauma, as was found in 23 patients (92%). All patients who were found with iatrogenic bladder trauma (15 patients; 60%) underwent bladder repair. Conclusion: Gynecologic procedure, especially hysterectomy, was the most common cause of iatrogenic urinary tract trauma. Bladder repair procedure was the most common procedure performed on patients who were found with iatrogenic urinary tract trauma.