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Reconstructive Techniques for Ureteral Injuries: Using Urinary Tract Tissues

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Generally, patients presenting with penetrating wounds have associated injuries prompting urgent exploration without pre-diagnosis of any ureteral injury.

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AL-Mamari, S.A. (2023). Reconstructive Techniques for Ureteral Injuries: Using Urinary Tract Tissues. In: Urogenital Trauma: A Practical Guide. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-6171-9_16

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