title: A simple technique for temporary suprapubic catheterization.
abstract: Temporary suprapubic catheterization is frequently required, often in emergency situations. We describe a simple technique employing a 14 G intravenous cannula and 4 FG feeding tube. The principle can be applied to children and adults.
authors.affiliation: Paediatric Surgical Unit, Children's Hospital, Sheffield.
authors.forename: I
authors.initials: I
authors.lastname: Nyamekye
authors.forename: A E
authors.initials: AE
authors.lastname: MacKinnon
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D001743:Urinary Bladder; D014546:Urinary Catheterization / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D016055:Urinary Retention / Q000628:therapy