title: [Traumatic rupture of the subpelvic region of the ureter in a child].
abstract: Ureteral ruptures in children are more frequent because of the inadequate support provided by the retroperitoneal tissue and consequent mobility of the kidney. The authors have noted a new observation concerning trauma of the subpyelar segment of the ureter in a 9 year old boy. The diagnosis was established three days following the injury with the aid of intravenous urography. The defect was repaired with surgery in which a termino-terminal anastomosis was performed. Renal angiography is of little help in discovering ureteral lesions. Whereas retrograde pylorography can be helpful in such a case. The early diagnosis and reparation immediately following the injury gives the best results, whereas late reparation of such a lesion can lead to a halt in renal function. The authors believe that intravenous urography is one method which can help in making an early diagnosis and should always be used in trauma cases presenting macro and microhematuria.
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D007682:Kidney Pelvis; D008297:Male; D012421:Rupture; D014513:Ureter / Q000293:injuries*
vernacular_title: Traumatska ruptura subpielonicnog dela uretera kod deteta.