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[Hydronephrosis caused by a menstrual cup].
Thamilini Umaramanan1, Karina Hjort-Pedersen, Annette Besenbruch
1thami.rama@dadlnet.dk.
Ugeskrift for Laeger
|December 4, 2019
Summary
A misplaced menstrual cup caused severe abdominal pain and kidney swelling in a young woman. Prompt removal resolved the symptoms and reversed the kidney damage, highlighting a rare cause of urinary obstruction.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Gynecology
Background:
- Urinary tract obstruction can present with diverse symptoms, often mimicking common conditions.
- Menstrual cups are widely used, but potential complications require awareness.
Observation:
- A young woman presented with recurrent flank pain, initially misdiagnosed as kidney stones.
- Imaging revealed right-sided hydronephrosis and a menstrual cup impinging on the bladder's right ureteral orifice.
Findings:
- The menstrual cup was identified as the cause of ureteral obstruction.
- Symptomatic relief and resolution of hydronephrosis occurred immediately after menstrual cup removal.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering uncommon causes of ureteral obstruction in women of reproductive age.
- Awareness of potential complications associated with menstrual cup use is crucial for healthcare providers.
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