Urachal remnant perforation during umbilical vein catheterization in a newborn

J Pediatr Surg. 2007 Apr;42(4):722-4. doi: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2006.12.007.

Abstract

Urachal remnants are uncommon congenital anomalies of the bladder that can be injured during attempted catheterization of an umbilical artery or vein. We present the case of a newborn boy who developed urinary ascites after undergoing an attempted umbilical vein catheterization. He subsequently underwent successful surgical repair of a perforated urachal remnant.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Catheterization, Peripheral / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Male
  • Umbilical Veins*
  • Urachus / injuries*
  • Urachus / surgery
  • Urinary Bladder / injuries*
  • Urinary Bladder / surgery