Urinary incontinence caused by sacral agenesis

A rare cause of urine incontinence is sacral agenesis based on genetic or teratogenic disturbances. Abnormalities of the gluteal region can help in diagnosis. The sacral agenesis may be demonstrated by using anteroposterior X-ray examination. The early diagnosis is very important for the therapy and...

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Published inOrvosi hetilap Vol. 133; no. 10; p. 609
Main Authors Fejes, M, Velkey, I, Székhelyi, Z, Szabó, L
Format Journal Article
LanguageHungarian
Published Hungary 08.03.1992
Subjects
Female
Humans
Infant, Newborn
Radiography
Sacrum - abnormalities
Sacrum - diagnostic imaging
Ultrasonography
Urinary Incontinence - diagnosis
Urinary Incontinence - etiology
Urinary Incontinence - rehabilitation
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Summary:A rare cause of urine incontinence is sacral agenesis based on genetic or teratogenic disturbances. Abnormalities of the gluteal region can help in diagnosis. The sacral agenesis may be demonstrated by using anteroposterior X-ray examination. The early diagnosis is very important for the therapy and for the prevention of late complications.
ISSN:0030-6002