Acute renal failure and bladder tumors, about 106 cases
Adil Kbirou1, Hissein Hagguir1, Amine Moataz1
1Department of Urology, Ibn-Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco.
Nephrologie & Therapeutique
|February 19, 2022
Summary
Acute renal failure is a frequent complication of bladder tumors, affecting 17.8% of patients. Prompt diagnosis and multidisciplinary management are crucial for favorable renal function outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Nephrology
- Oncology
Background:
- Bladder tumors can lead to severe complications affecting renal function.
- Acute renal failure (ARF) presents a significant challenge in managing bladder cancer patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of ARF in patients with bladder tumors.
- To describe the clinical, paraclinical, therapeutic, histological, and evolution parameters of ARF secondary to bladder tumors.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective study conducted over two years (September 2017 - October 2019).
- Inclusion of patients with ARF due to bladder tumors treated at Ibn Roch Teaching Hospital, Casablanca.
Main Results:
- ARF prevalence was 17.8% among 597 bladder tumor cases.
- Common symptoms included hematuria (87%) and lower back pain (62%).
- Hydronephrosis was observed in 96% of cases; renal function improved in 87%.
Conclusions:
- ARF is a frequent and severe complication of bladder tumors.
- Management requires a multidisciplinary approach due to life-threatening potential and treatment complexities.
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