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What Organ System Does Urethra Belong To?
Injury - bladder and urethra; Bruised bladder; Urethral injury; Bladder injury; Pelvic fracture; Urethral disruption
Prevention
Prevent outside injury to the bladder and urethra by using general safety precautions:
- Do not insert objects into the urethra
- If you need self-catheterization, follow the instructions of your health care provider
- Use appropriate safety equipment during work and play
References
Morey AF, Rozanski TA. Genital and lower urinary tract trauma. In: Wein AJ, ed. Camp...
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Traumatic injury of the bladder and urethra
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Traumatic injury of the bladder and urethra involves damage caused by an outside force.Alternative NamesInjury - bladder and urethra; Bruised... Read more »
Traumatic injury of the bladder and urethra
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Injury - bladder and urethra; Bruised bladder; Urethral injury; Bladder injury; Pelvic fracture; Urethral disruptionTreatmentThe goals of treatment... Read more »
Traumatic injury of the bladder and urethra
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Injury - bladder and urethra; Bruised bladder; Urethral injury; Bladder injury; Pelvic fracture; Urethral disruptionSymptomsAbdominal pain,... Read more »
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Aging changes in the male reproductive system
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