Pelvic Irradiation: A Rare Cause of Concomitant Radiation Cystitis and Uretero-Iliac Artery Fistula Causing Gross Hematuria and Hemorrhagic Shock - Cureus

Uretero-iliac artery fistulas (UIAFs) are a rare cause of gross hematuria. They form as a result of poorly vascularized uretero-iliac adhesions and the resultant fibrosis and chronic inflammatory changes. Causes include previous pelvic surgery, radiotherapy, …

Uretero-iliac artery fistula (UIAF) is an uncommon but recognized clinical entity that occurs in patients with prior pelvic surgeries for malignancies, radiation exposures, indwelling ureteral stents… [+15630 chars]

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