ArticleCureus2025
Variations and Challenges in the Management of Traumatic Bladder Injuries: An Experience From a Large Trauma Center.
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- Clinical Characteristics and In-Hospital Outcomes of Traumatic Bladder Rupture: An 11-Year Retrospective Cohort Study at a Single Regional Trauma Center.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Article
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Abstract
introductionBladder trauma, often resulting from blunt or penetrating injuries, presents a significant challenge in trauma care due to its potential for serious complications and mortality. This retrospective study aimed to investigate demographic characteristics, mechanisms of injury, management strategies, and outcomes in bladder trauma patients, with a focus on comparing the differences between blunt and penetrating trauma cases.
methodsData were collected from trauma patients presenting to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center between February 17, 2013, and October 30, 2022. Patients aged 18 years and older diagnosed with bladder rupture were included in the final analysis. Patient demographics, mechanisms of injury, and treatment modalities were analyzed to compare the differences in outcomes. Statistical analyses were conducted using the Statistical Analysis System software for Windows version 9.4 (SAS Inc., Cary, NC).
resultsA total of 88 patients were included in the analysis. The majority of patients were men (n = 65, 73.9%), and blunt trauma accounted for 75% (n = 66) of cases. While there was a significantly higher proportion of men in penetrating trauma cases, differences in mortality, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, Glasgow Coma Scale, injury severity score, and units of blood given were not statistically different between blunt and penetrating trauma cases.
conclusionThere is no statistical difference in regard to outcomes between blunt and penetrating bladder trauma. Future research should aim to validate these findings in larger cohorts, explore additional factors influencing treatment decisions and outcomes, and investigate optimal management strategies to enhance patient care and minimize complications in this challenging clinical scenario.
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