Ann Urol
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Two cases of pelvic hematoma following prostatic biopsy and prostatic massage are reported. They are rare complications of very common urological acts. The diagnosis, treatment and prevention of these complications are discussed.
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The CT scan provides a reliable evaluation of the inferior vena cava, especially since the development of second and third generation scanners. It can readily detect congenital malformations and obstructive anomalies complicating renal cancer and it is also able to determine the tumoral or thrombotic nature of the venous obstruction. This excellent definition of the vessel reduces the indications for caval angiography to a few exceptional cases.