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Risk factors for lower urinary tract injury
| Risk factor | Bladder injury OR (95% CI) | Ureteral injury, OR (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|
| Prior cesarean section | 2.9 (1.75–5) | NS |
| Total abdominal hysterectomy | 1.9 (1.06–3.4) | 4.7 (1.4–15.6) |
| Surgery by generalist OB/GYN | 2.4 (1.2–5.2) | NS |
| Blood transfusion | NS | 33.4 (7.3–153.2) |
| Laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy | NS | 10.4 (2.3–46.6) |
| Concurrent bowel injury | 8.9 (5.6–17) | 21.1 (1.6–167) |
