Uretero-Iliac Artery Fistula: A Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenge
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چکیده
Uretero-Iliac artery fistulas (UAFs) are very uncommon in urological practice. The rarity of this clinical entity may lead to a delayed or missed diagnosis which can result in life-threatening consequences. We present a case of a right ureteric and right external iliac artery fistula, its presentation, diagnosis, and management along with the review of the literature.
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دوره 2010 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 2010