Open AccessInterventional Radiology in Renal Trauma
Author(s) -
D. López-González,
Omar Zurkiya
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
seminars in interventional radiology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.35
H-Index - 40
eISSN - 1098-8963
pISSN - 0739-9529
DOI - 10.1055/s-0041-1726006
Subject(s) - medicine , interventional radiology , renal pelvis , radiology , embolization , percutaneous , nephrostomy , urinary system , percutaneous nephrostomy , catheter , surgery , urethra , ureter
Traumatic injuries to the kidney and collecting system can range widely from small lacerations to significant bleeding and its sequelae. Urinary obstruction can occur in the renal pelvis, ureters, or urethra. Interventional radiology plays a significant role in treatment and management, in many cases requiring emergent action. Endovascular embolization is frequently the first-line approach to treating hemorrhage. Percutaneous interventions for urinary obstruction include nephrostomy and suprapubic catheter placement. In this article, we outline the clinical approach and interventional methods used in the evaluation and treatment of renal trauma. Several case presentations demonstrate the role of interventional radiology in renal trauma.