Intraoperative consultation for the bladder.

Iatrogenic bladder injury is a well-recognized complication of any pelvic operative procedure. When recognized and properly repaired at the time of injury, laceration of the bladder seldom leads to significant postoperative morbidity. In those rare instances in which bladder injury is unavoidable, the knowledge and application of proper surgical technique as well as appropriate intraoperative and postoperative management of the use of drains and catheters will minimize associated complications.