Obstruction of a ureter orifice by suprapubic catheter

Obstruction of a ureter orifice by suprapubic catheter

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An Indwelling suprapubic catheter is an established solution for patients with meningomyelocele neurogenic bladder.We report on a case in which a routinely replaced suprapubic catheter obstructed the left ureter orifice.The catheter drainage holes were inside the Bags distal left ureter which compromised urinary drainage from the other kidney as well.

As a result, the patient suffered from acute renal failure.During his hospitalization, the catheter was replaced and re-located, and renal function rapidly improved.This case Fig emphasizes that even procedures that have been routinely performed for decades can manifest with an unusual complications.