A minor procedure, percutaneous suprapubic
cystostomy involves puncturing the skin above the pubic area and placing a
catheter into the bladder in order to drain urine.
Also
Known As:
Conditions
Treated with Percutaneous Suprapubic Cystostomy:
Percutaneous suprapubic cystostomy may be performed
in cases of urethral trauma, periurethral abscess, urethral obstruction, acute
prostatitis and failure to catheterize.
There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to
percutaneous suprapubic cystostomy. Urethral catheter placement may be
performed as a surgical alternative.
Anesthesia
with Percutaneous Suprapubic Cystostomy:
Percutaneous suprapubic cystostomy is performed with
a local anesthetic.
Potential
Complications from Percutaneous Suprapubic Cystostomy:
Possible risks following percutaneous suprapubic
cystostomy include bowel injury and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It
is also possible to experience blood clots in the catheter and leakage of urine
around the insertion area.
Prognosis
after Percutaneous Suprapubic Cystostomy:
The prognosis for a positive end result following
percutaneous suprapubic cystostomy is good.