Penetrating renal trauma in the neonate.
For years the management of blunt and penetrating renal trauma has been the source of controversy in the literature. The indications for a specific therapeutic program vary with each individual case and with the complicating factors involved. An unusual form of penetrating renal trauma in the neonate is presented and the rationale for therapy is discussed.
D000649:Amniocentesis / Q000009:adverse effects; D001777:Blood Coagulation; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007232:Infant, Newborn, Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D007668:Kidney / Q000293:injuries*; D008297:Male; D011247:Pregnancy; D014950:Wounds, Penetrating / Q000628:therapy*