Posterior uterine rupture in early first trimester.

Uterine rupture can be associated with severe maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. It should be considered as a differential diagnosis in all pregnant women who present with acute abdomen, haemoperitoneum and have specific risk factors, even during the first trimester. This is a case report of a 25-year-old woman who presented to emergency department with abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding at approximately 6-8 weeks gestation.

Male urethral stricture disease in a regional centre: 10 years of experience.

Background: Male urethral stricture disease is a challenging condition with a propensity for recurrence following endoscopic management. In recent years, earlier definitive urethral reconstruction has been advocated through international guidelines, prompted by series suggesting the underutilization of urethroplasty at rates of 0.6-0.