A Novel Technique for Post-Prostatectomy Catheter Traction

Background: prostate 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. objectives: we aimed to simplify this traction procedure and to overcome its disadvantages. patients and methods: from 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. results: the new method effectively controlled post-prostatectomy bleeding. a few patients required surgical intervention. conclusions: post-prostatectomy catheter traction using a semi-filled urine bag was an acceptable alternative to the standard method to control post-operative bleeding.