Abstract
BackgroundProstate traction is one way to control post-prostatectomy bleeding. The most popular method involves traction with a catheter fixed to the thigh with adhesive bands. However, this method has its own drawbacks.ObjectivesWe aimed to simplify this traction procedure and to overcome its disadvantages.Patients and MethodsFrom 2007 - 2015, a new method was used to control post-prostatectomy bleeding in 152 patients. This technique involved inducing pressure on the prostate neck with an indwelling catheter attached to a partially filled urine bag to control bleeding after a prostatectomy.ResultsThe new method effectively controlled post-prostatectomy bleeding. A few patients required surgical intervention.ConclusionsPost-prostatectomy catheter traction using a semi-filled urine bag was an acceptable alternative to the standard method to control post-operative bleeding.
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