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Transmesenteric Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty in Trendelenburg Position for Horseshoe Kidney with Hydronephrosis
Published on: July 8, 2025
[Traumatic complete isthmic rupture of horseshoe kidney]
Luc Hervé Samison1, Ludovic Ferretti, Armand Herinirina Rakotoaijaona
1Service de Chirurgie Viscérale, Centre Hospitalier de Pau, France.
Abstract:
The authors report the case of a 14-year-old boy with complete isthmic rupture of a horseshoe kidney after a bicycle accident. The imaging diagnosis was difficult because of the presence of a massive retroperitoneal haematoma. However, sonography and CT should be sufficient to detect associated signs, such as malrotation of the renal hila and low-lying kidneys. Laparotomy was indicated because of the unstable haemodynamic state, allowing haemostasis and suture of the two isthmic sections.
