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Emergency medicine clinics of North America
Feb, 2013;31 (1): 237-60.

Critical urologic skills and procedures in the emergency department.

Maria R Ramos-Fernandez, Roberto Medero-Colon, Lorraine Mendez-Carreno
Author Information
  1. Maria R Ramos-Fernandez: Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, 65th Infantry Avenue Km 3.8, Carolina, PR 00985, USA. maria.ramos5@upr.edu
PMID: 23200334 DOI: 10.1016/j.emc.2012.09.007

Abstract

The evaluation and management of genitourinary emergencies is a fundamental component of the training and practice of emergency physicians. Urologic procedures are common in the emergency room. Emergency physicians play a vital role in the initial evaluation and treatment because delays in management can lead to permanent damage. This article discusses the most common urologic procedures in which emergency physicians must be proficient for rapid intervention to preserve function and avoid complications. An overview of each procedure is discussed as well as indications, contraindications, equipment, technique, and potential complications.

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Grants

  1. R25 MD007607/NIMHD NIH HHS
  2. R25 RR017589/NCRR NIH HHS
  3. R25 RR17589/NCRR NIH HHS

MeSH Term

Emergencies
Female
Genital Diseases, Male
Humans
Male
Nerve Block
Pudendal Nerve
Spermatic Cord Torsion
Ultrasonography
Urinary Catheterization
Urologic Diseases
Urologic Surgical Procedures
Journal Article Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
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