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  • 1Palmetto Health Richland, Three Medical Park, Suite 350, Columbia, SC 29203, USA.

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A paratrooper sustained an intraperitoneal bladder rupture after a parachuting accident. Surgical repair involved a three-layer closure with omental buttressing for successful treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Parachuting accidents can lead to severe blunt abdominal trauma.
  • Bladder rupture is a rare but serious complication of abdominal trauma.

Observation:

  • A paratrooper presented with acute urinary retention following a parachuting incident.
  • Initial bedside ultrasound revealed findings suggestive of bladder injury.
  • Abdominal computed tomography (CT) confirmed an intraperitoneal bladder rupture.

Findings:

  • The patient underwent prompt surgical intervention for the intraperitoneal bladder rupture.
  • A successful three-layer bladder closure was performed.
  • Omental buttressing was utilized to reinforce the surgical repair.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of timely diagnostic imaging, including ultrasound and CT, in evaluating suspected bladder injuries after trauma.
  • Surgical management with three-layer closure and omental buttressing is an effective treatment for intraperitoneal bladder rupture.
  • Early surgical repair is crucial for optimal outcomes in traumatic bladder injuries.