#115: Must Know Urology for The General Surgeon w/ Dr. Ponsky and Dr. Cherullo
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Two urologists from Case Western discuss essential urologic emergencies and complications that general surgeons must recognize and manage, including testicular torsion, genitourinary trauma, urinary retention, and iatrogenic ureteral injuries. This practical episode equips general surgery trainees with critical decision-making frameworks for common urologic scenarios encountered in practice.
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- Testicular torsion requires immediate surgical exploration; delay beyond 6 hours significantly reduces salvage rates.
- Urologic trauma management differs by mechanism—blunt vs penetrating injuries require distinct diagnostic and surgical approaches.
- Urinary retention evaluation must differentiate obstructive from neurogenic causes to guide appropriate intervention.
- Intraoperative ureteral injuries are often recognized late; early recognition and repair improve outcomes.
- General surgeons should know when to consult urology emergently versus managing common urologic issues independently.
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