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Conservative surgery for refractory sickle cell hematuria.

L L Douglas, J Pawaroo

    The Journal of Urology
    |September 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary

    Recurrent hematuria in sickle cell disease patients can be treated with calyoscopy, a technique that localizes bleeding for targeted renal surgery. This method led to no significant hematuria in patients during a 5-year follow-up.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nephrology
    • Urology
    • Hematology

    Background:

    • Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic blood disorder associated with various renal complications, including recurrent hematuria.
    • Managing significant renal bleeding in SCD patients presents unique clinical challenges.

    Observation:

    • Two cases of recurrent, severe hematuria in patients with sickle cell disease are presented.
    • The diagnostic and therapeutic potential of a novel technique, 'calyoscopy,' was explored.

    Findings:

    • Calyoscopy allowed for precise localization of the bleeding source within the kidney.
    • A minimally invasive partial renal resection guided by calyoscopy was successfully performed in both cases.
    • Both patients remained free of significant hematuria for a 5-year follow-up period.

    Implications:

    • Calyoscopy offers a promising approach for managing localized renal bleeding in sickle cell disease patients.
    • This technique may reduce the need for more extensive surgical interventions and preserve renal function.
    • Further research into calyoscopy could refine treatment strategies for SCD-related renal complications.

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