title: Removal of obstructed Foley catheter from the urethra.
abstract: This case illustrates an approach to resolve a frustrating problem associated with Foley catheter balloon obstructions. By identifying its position in the urethra, the balloon can be deflated with minimal effort and limited urethra injury, using the suggested technique of transperineal needle insertion.
authors.affiliation: Department of Emergency Medicine, Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, WA 98431.
authors.forename: M M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Rice
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Mogel
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D014521:Urethra; D014546:Urinary Catheterization / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*