title: Catheterisation of the male.
abstract: Insertion of a catheter into the male urethra is not an insignificant procedure: inappropriate catheterisation or incorrect technique could have dire consequences for the patient. A plea is made for gentleness in technique and an operator's willingness to admit lack of experience.
mesh_terms: D002408:Catheters, Indwelling; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control; D014521:Urethra; D014524:Urethral Obstruction / Q000628:therapy; D014546:Urinary Catheterization / Q000379:methods