Another route for retrieval of a Foley catheter when balloon does not deflate

Urology. 2005 Feb;65(2):378-9. doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2004.09.034.

Abstract

Failure of a Foley balloon to deflate is a rare complication that can be initially managed with various noninvasive procedures. If the balloon remains inflated, direct puncture of the balloon may be required. We describe a minimally invasive percutaneous transperineal transprostatic balloon puncture.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Catheterization / instrumentation*
  • Device Removal / methods*
  • Diabetes Complications / therapy
  • Equipment Failure
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Obesity / complications
  • Perineum
  • Prostate
  • Punctures
  • Ultrasonography, Interventional
  • Urination Disorders / therapy