Spontaneous upper urinary tract rupture due to urolithiasis

Introduction. The spontaneous rupture of the upper urinary tract’s cavity system, which includes the pelvicalyceal system and ureter, is sporadic. This phenomenon, where urine unexpectedly leaks out of the cavity system without any apparent cause of trauma or medical intervention, is a fascinating a...

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Main Authors: Yotovski Valentin, Kotova Slavina, Milushev Metodi, Lazarov Tzvetan, Krastanov Alexandar
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Published: Serbian Medical Society 2024-01-01
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author Yotovski Valentin
Kotova Slavina
Milushev Metodi
Lazarov Tzvetan
Krastanov Alexandar
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Milushev Metodi
Lazarov Tzvetan
Krastanov Alexandar
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description Introduction. The spontaneous rupture of the upper urinary tract’s cavity system, which includes the pelvicalyceal system and ureter, is sporadic. This phenomenon, where urine unexpectedly leaks out of the cavity system without any apparent cause of trauma or medical intervention, is a fascinating and puzzling aspect of urology. This condition is typically attributed to obstructive uropathy, which leads to increased pressure within the urinary tract. This article illustrates the sporadic occurrence of spontaneous ruptures within the pelvicalyceal system. It underscores the importance of prompt diagnosis and timely treatment to restore wall integrity without significant stenosis. Outlines of cases. We have recorded four cases of spontaneous rupture in urolithiasis, with a median patient age of 47.5 years. The clinical symptoms mimic those of renal colic. Ultrasound, computed tomography scans, and retrograde pyelography were used to diagnose the condition. Treatment consisted of inserting a JJ stent for an average duration of 2.5 months. In all cases, prompt diagnosis and treatment have led to a remarkable restoration of the pelvicalyceal system and the ureter’s wall, with spontaneous absorption of the extravasation and without significant ureteral strictures. Conclusion. The positive outcome underscores the importance of early diagnosis and treatment and offers hope for future cases.
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spelling doaj-art-5ca841407a3543d0b068aeb8fbcb48512024-11-15T10:49:25ZengSerbian Medical SocietySrpski Arhiv za Celokupno Lekarstvo0370-81792406-08952024-01-011529-1051451910.2298/SARH240629074Y0370-81792400074YSpontaneous upper urinary tract rupture due to urolithiasisYotovski Valentin0Kotova Slavina1Milushev Metodi2Lazarov Tzvetan3Krastanov Alexandar4Alexandrovska University Hospital, Department of Urology, Sofia, Bulgaria + Medical University of Sofia, Department of Urology, Sofia, BulgariaAlexandrovska University Hospital, Department of Urology, Sofia, Bulgaria + Medical University of Sofia, Department of Urology, Sofia, BulgariaAlexandrovska University Hospital, Department of Urology, Sofia, Bulgaria + Medical University of Sofia, Department of Urology, Sofia, BulgariaAlexandrovska University Hospital, Department of Urology, Sofia, Bulgaria + Medical University of Sofia, Department of Urology, Sofia, BulgariaAlexandrovska University Hospital, Department of Urology, Sofia, Bulgaria + Medical University of Sofia, Department of Urology, Sofia, BulgariaIntroduction. The spontaneous rupture of the upper urinary tract’s cavity system, which includes the pelvicalyceal system and ureter, is sporadic. This phenomenon, where urine unexpectedly leaks out of the cavity system without any apparent cause of trauma or medical intervention, is a fascinating and puzzling aspect of urology. This condition is typically attributed to obstructive uropathy, which leads to increased pressure within the urinary tract. This article illustrates the sporadic occurrence of spontaneous ruptures within the pelvicalyceal system. It underscores the importance of prompt diagnosis and timely treatment to restore wall integrity without significant stenosis. Outlines of cases. We have recorded four cases of spontaneous rupture in urolithiasis, with a median patient age of 47.5 years. The clinical symptoms mimic those of renal colic. Ultrasound, computed tomography scans, and retrograde pyelography were used to diagnose the condition. Treatment consisted of inserting a JJ stent for an average duration of 2.5 months. In all cases, prompt diagnosis and treatment have led to a remarkable restoration of the pelvicalyceal system and the ureter’s wall, with spontaneous absorption of the extravasation and without significant ureteral strictures. Conclusion. The positive outcome underscores the importance of early diagnosis and treatment and offers hope for future cases.https://doiserbia.nb.rs/img/doi/0370-8179/2024/0370-81792400074Y.pdfurolithiasisspontaneous ruptureextravasation
spellingShingle Yotovski Valentin
Kotova Slavina
Milushev Metodi
Lazarov Tzvetan
Krastanov Alexandar
Spontaneous upper urinary tract rupture due to urolithiasis
Srpski Arhiv za Celokupno Lekarstvo
urolithiasis
spontaneous rupture
extravasation
title Spontaneous upper urinary tract rupture due to urolithiasis
title_full Spontaneous upper urinary tract rupture due to urolithiasis
title_fullStr Spontaneous upper urinary tract rupture due to urolithiasis
title_full_unstemmed Spontaneous upper urinary tract rupture due to urolithiasis
title_short Spontaneous upper urinary tract rupture due to urolithiasis
title_sort spontaneous upper urinary tract rupture due to urolithiasis
topic urolithiasis
spontaneous rupture
extravasation
url https://doiserbia.nb.rs/img/doi/0370-8179/2024/0370-81792400074Y.pdf
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