Adventitious knot formation complicating catheterization of the infant bladder

J Paediatr Child Health. 2004 Aug;40(8):493-4. doi: 10.1111/j.1440-1754.2004.00439.x.

Abstract

Bladder catheterization is a common technique employed in obtaining urine for culture, monitoring urine output and for diagnostic radiological procedures. We present two cases of knot formation in male infants catheterized with a 5 gauge feeding tube. We discuss avoidance, recognition and management of this complication.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Australia
  • Emergency Medical Services
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Postoperative Complications / etiology*
  • Respiratory Insufficiency / etiology
  • Urinary Bladder
  • Urinary Catheterization / adverse effects*
  • Urinary Catheterization / instrumentation