The British journal of surgery
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Review Meta Analysis Comparative Study
A meta-analysis comparing suprapubic and transurethral catheterization for bladder drainage after abdominal surgery.
Although bladder drainage is widely used for general surgical patients undergoing laparotomy, there is little consensus on whether suprapubic or transurethral catheterization is better. ⋯ The suprapubic route for bladder drainage in general surgery is more acceptable to patients and reduces microbiological morbidity.