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An In Vitro Bladder Model of Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infection
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Bladder catheter-induced obstructive bilateral hydroureteronephrosis in a newborn.
Karel Allegaert1, Marleen Smet, Anne Debeer
1Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Department of Radiology, University Hospitals Leuven, Herestraat, Leuven, Belgium. A.Brouwers@mumc.nl
A Foley bladder catheter can cause obstructive bilateral hydroureteronephrosis in newborns. Normal fetal ultrasounds and the lack of bladder muscle thickening indicate this iatrogenic complication.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal medicine
- Pediatric urology
- Medical imaging
Background:
- Obstructive bilateral hydroureteronephrosis is a serious condition in newborns.
- Identifying the cause of such conditions is crucial for timely intervention.
- Iatrogenic causes, particularly those related to medical devices, require careful consideration.
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