Indonesian Journal of Urology
Vol 30 No 3 (2023)

URINARY BLADDER FOREIGN BODY: A CASE REPORT

Parambang, Santi Ratnalia (Unknown)
Priyosantoso, Bacilius Agung (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Sep 2023

Abstract

ABSTRACT Objective: This study aims to knowing the causes and symptoms is very important in determining the management. Case(s) presentation: A 44-year-old man came to the urology clinic with the chief complaint of painful urination after inserting an electric cable 1 meter long and 1 cm in diameter through the urethra 2 days earlier. The patient was then subjected to cystoscopy and removal of the cable using grasping forceps. Discussion: Urinary system foreign bodies can be caused by stimulation when the patient is conscious or under the influence of alcohol, mental disorder, curiosity to medical procedure (iatrogenic). Diagnosis of foreign bodies is based on history, physical examination and supporting examinations in the form of plain abdominal x-rays, ultrasound to CT-Scan. Removal of foreign bodies is adjusted to the type, size and location of foreign bodies in the urinary tract. Conclusion: Recognition of urinary system foreign bodies is very important. The various types of foreign bodies are a challenge for urologists. The selection of an appropriate operative intervention with low complications gives a good prognosis. Keywords: Foreign body, electrical wire, bladder, cystoscopy.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

juri

Publisher

Subject

Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Public Health

Description

The aim of Indonesian Journal of Urology is to encompass the whole spectrum of urology. The journal publishes papers on a wide range of urological issues such as oncology, functional urology, reconstructive urology, laparoscopy, robotic surgery, endourology, female urology, andrology, pediatric ...