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According to the Focus magazine, the University Hospital of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich is regularly ranked among the best medical institutions in Germany! The hospital is the largest multidisciplinary medical facility, as well as a leading research and training center in Germany and Europe. The hospital is proud of i
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University Hospital Ulm

University Hospital Ulm

Overall rating8.7 / 10
The University Hospital Ulm is an advanced medical complex that provides patients with high-class medical care using the very latest scientific achievements. The medical facility has been performing successful clinical activities for more than 40 years and has long earned an excellent reputation throughout Europe. The hospital r
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According to the Focus magazine, the Urology Clinic Munich-Planegg Munich ranks among the best specialized hospitals in Germany! The hospital was founded in 1970 by Dr. med. Rudolf Castringius. During that time, it became a leader in men's healthcare in Germany. In addition, the hospital has the status of one of the best med
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According to the authoritative Focus magazine, the Charite University Hospital Berlin occupies the first place in the rating of the top German medical facilities! The hospital is one of the largest and leading university medical complexes in Europe. The hospital in Germany provides modern diagnostics and treatment of patients, a
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According to Focus magazine, the University Hospital Heidelberg ranks among the top five hospitals in Germany! The hospital is one of the most advanced and reputable medical institutions not only in Germany, but throughout Europe. There are more than 43 specialized departments and 13 medical institutes, which cover all fields of
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the University Hospital Frankfurt am Main ranks among the top German medical facilities! The hospital was founded in 1914 and today is a well-known German medical facility, which combines rich traditions and scientific innovations. A medical team of more than 6,500 employees cares about
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University Hospital Jena

University Hospital Jena

Overall rating8.9 / 10
According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the University Hospital Jena regularly ranks among the top German medical facilities! The hospital has positioned itself as a multidisciplinary medical facility with a long history of more than 200 years. Since its foundation, the hospital has been constantly developing and modernizin
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According to the Focus magazine, University Hospital Erlangen ranks among the best medical facilities in Germany! The hospital is one of the leading healthcare facilities in Bavaria and offers top-class medical care distinguished by the close intertwining of clinical activities with research and training of medical students. The
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the University Hospital Halle (Saale) ranks among the top German medical facilities! The history of the hospital has more than 300 years, and during this time it managed to earn an excellent reputation not only in Germany, but throughout the world. The hospital positions itself as a s
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According to the Focus magazine, the University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf ranks among the top ten hospitals in Germany! Since its foundation in 1889, the hospital has taken a leading position in the European medical arena and still occupies it until today. A highly competent medical team of more than 11,000 employees takes care
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According to the Focus magazine in 2019, the University Hospital Würzburg ranks among the top national German hospitals! The hospital is one of the oldest medical facilities in Germany. The centuries-old traditions of first-class treatment are combined with the very latest achievements of modern evidence-based medicine and
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The University Hospital Rechts der Isar Munich was founded in 1834. It combines long traditions with the very latest advances in modern medicine. The medical facility includes 33 specialized departments and 20 interdisciplinary centers, where patients can receive top-class medical care in all medical fields. The hospital annuall
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the University Hospital RWTH Aachen ranks among the top German hospitals! As a maximum care university medical facility, the hospital guarantees patients first-class medical services combined with a respectful and human attitude. The hospital integrates all the modern options for the
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According to the authoritative Focus magazine, the University Hospital Duesseldorf ranks among the top Germany hospitals! The hospital is an excellent example of a combination of high-quality health care, research and teaching activities. With more than 50,000 inpatients and about 300,000 outpatients every year, the hospital is
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According to the prestigious medical publication Focus, the University Hospital Tuebingen ranks among the top five German hospitals! The hospital was founded in 1805, therefore it is proud of its long history, unique experience, and outstanding achievements in the field of medical care, as well as research and teaching activitie
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The University Hospital Marburg UKGM offers patients modern diagnostics and comprehensive therapy at the international level. As a maximum care hospital, the medical facility specializes in all fields of modern medicine ranging from ophthalmology to traumatology and dentistry. The main areas of specialization of the hospital are
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About the disease

Urethral rupture is a trauma of the urethra. Urethra is a tube responsible for carrying urine and semen in men and carrying urine in women. Urethra is connected to the bladder and is responsible for transporting urine from the body.  Urethral rupture is more common in men, because the urethra goes through the penis in men, which is more exposed, whereas in women it is located inside the vaginal area.

Overall, urethral rupture can develop as a result of penile injury or fracture of the pelvic girdle. These are the most common causes of urethral rupture. It can also develop as a result of improper catheter insertion which affected the urethra.

In people with urethral rupture urine can leak to other surrounding tissues, which can be dangerous.

The most common cause when a person may develop penile or pelvic floor injury is blunt trauma. Blunt trauma can usually be brought up by motor vehicle accident or severe fall.  Nonetheless, even in such cases people usually suffer from rupture of pelvic floor, as the fall needs to be really strong to affect the urethra as well. Women can develop urethral rupture as a result of penetrating trauma. Also, older people who have weaker pelvic floor are more prone to have rupture or fracture in case of accident, which, subsequently, can affect their urethra as well. According to MedScape, 5%-10% of all pelvic ruptures result in injuries of urethra, so this condition is extremely rare. In some cases urethral rupture can develop as a result of stab wound or gun shot in case the stab or shot were directed directly at the urethra region.

Symptoms

  • Sharp pain in the urethra
  • Inability to move the pelvic floor freely
  • Loss of consciousness because of acute pain
  • Severe bleeding
  • Paleness
  • Nausea

Diagnosis

  • During a general examination the doctor in the emergency room will assess the condition of the pelvic floor and penis area in men. They will determine if the penis or any of the pelvic bones is fractured. In women the doctor will examine the vaginal area to determine if there is bleeding.
  • Imaging tests, such an X-ray or MRI/CT scan, are used to examine the urethra and determine if it had been ruptured. These imaging tests will determine the exact location of rupture and also its severity.
  • An ultrasound can determine if there is an internal bleeding of any organs, which could develop after an accident or trauma.

Treatment

  • Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive surgery which uses laparoscopy to repair the rupture and normalize the work of the urethra.
  • A drainage may be used in case of internal bleeding or if urine penetrated to surrounding tissues.
  • The healing process may take up to 6-12 weeks. During this time a patient may need to have special dressing and also follow all the instructions of the doctor to speed up the recovery.
  • For the duration of healing catheter may be used to assist the urination process.

Authors: Dr. Vadim ZhiliukDr. Sergey Pashchenko