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. 1987 Nov;63(745):999–1000. doi: 10.1136/pgmj.63.745.999

Spontaneous intraperitoneal rupture of a neurogenic bladder; the importance of ascitic fluid urea and electrolytes in diagnosis.

K Ramcharan 1, T M Poon-King 1, R Indar 1
PMCID: PMC2428724  PMID: 3451228

Abstract

Spontaneous intraperitoneal bladder rupture in a 38 year old man with a spastic paraparesis since infancy is described. Delayed diagnosis resulted in peritoneal autodialysis so providing an opportunity for documentation of biochemical abnormalities. Surgery resulted in a successful outcome. The literature on this rare condition is outlined and difficulties in diagnosis are discussed. The diagnostic value of urea and electrolyte levels in ascitic fluid is emphasized.

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