Urethral rupture

Urethral Rupture

Urethral rupture (/juːˈriːθrəl ˈrʌptʃər/) is a serious medical condition that involves the tearing or breaking of the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body.

Etymology

The term "urethral rupture" is derived from the Latin "urethra," meaning "pipe," and the Latin "ruptura," meaning "break."

Causes

Urethral rupture can be caused by a variety of factors, including trauma to the pelvic region, straddle injuries, and complications from medical procedures such as catheterization.

Symptoms

Symptoms of urethral rupture may include hematuria (blood in the urine), difficulty or inability to urinate, and severe pain in the pelvic region.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of urethral rupture typically involves a physical examination, medical history, and imaging tests such as a retrograde urethrogram.

Treatment

Treatment for urethral rupture often involves surgery to repair the damaged urethra. This may be followed by a period of catheterization to allow the urethra to heal.

Related Terms

• Urethra
• Bladder
• Hematuria
• Catheterization
• Retrograde urethrogram

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Urethral rupture
• Wikipedia's article - Urethral rupture

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