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The pear-shaped bladder.

M A Ambos, M A Bosniak, R S Lefleur

    Radiology
    |January 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    The tear-drop bladder, initially linked to pelvic hematoma, can indicate other pelvic conditions. Radiographic findings for these diverse causes are reviewed.

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    Area of Science:

    • Radiology
    • Pelvic Imaging
    • Differential Diagnosis

    Background:

    • The tear-drop or pear-shaped bladder is a distinctive radiographic finding.
    • Originally associated with pelvic hematoma, its differential diagnosis is broader.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the radiographic findings of various conditions presenting as a tear-drop bladder.
    • To expand the understanding beyond pelvic hematoma.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of pertinent radiographic findings.
    • Case series analysis of conditions causing tear-drop bladder morphology.

    Main Results:

    • Tear-drop bladder morphology is associated with pelvic hematoma.
    • Other causes include pelvic lipomatosis, inferior vena cava occlusion, lymphocysts, and enlarged pelvic lymph nodes.

    Conclusions:

    • The tear-drop bladder is not pathognomonic for pelvic hematoma.
    • Radiographic evaluation is crucial for diagnosing the underlying cause.