A simple test for the detection of intraoperative rectal injury in major urological pelvic surgery.

Authors :: Pisters LL
Wajsman Z
Source :: The Journal of urology [J Urol] 1992 Aug; Vol. 148 (2 Pt 1), pp. 354.
Publication Year :: 1992
Abstract: We describe our experience with a simple inexpensive test with 2 practical uses: 1) to detect unrecognized intraoperative rectal injury and 2) to assess the adequacy of repair of rectal injuries.

Subjects :: Humans
Male
Methods
Wounds, Penetrating etiology
Cystectomy adverse effects
Intraoperative Complications diagnosis
Prostatectomy adverse effects
Rectum injuries
Wounds, Penetrating diagnosis

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