pediatrics
How To Do Suprapubic Aspiration of the Bladder in a Child
Indications for Suprapubic Catheterization in a Child
Suprapubic aspiration is done when a clean-catch urine sample cannot be obtained and transurethral bladder catheterization was unsuccessful or not possible. Suprapubic aspiration is done most often in children but can also be done in adults. A Suprapubic catheterization may be placed when an indwelling catheter is needed. This procedure is not discussed further here. 