Self-catheterization of urinary bladder complicated with extraperitoneal abscess that mimics an infected bladder diverticulum

Abstract

For patients who are suffering from neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction, intermittent urinary catheterization is an efficient way to empty the bladder.1 However, the method may result in various complications. Herein we present a rare complication of extraperitoneal abscess owing to intermittent urinary catheterization in a 62-year-old male who had cervical spine injury and was treated with intermittent urethral catheterization for neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction. Treatment and a literature review are also described.

Keywords

• bladder perforation
• extraperitoneal abscess
• intermittent urinary catheterization
• neurogenic bladder