CHOICE OF BLADDER DRAINAGE METHOD IN DIFFERENT PERIODS OF SPINAL CORD INJURY

Background. One of the complex issues in the management of urinary disorders in spinal cord injury is the choice of bladder drainage method at different time points in the course of the disease. Purpose. To demonstrate the criteria and limitations of the choice of different methods of bladder catheterization in different concomitant circumstances of spinal cord injury. Materials and methods. The clinical case of one patient with the consequences of spinal cord injury undergoing rehabilitation phase of treatment is described. Results. Based on the presented material, the problems of non-compliance with the rules of working with urinary drains, complications from the side of urinary tract are outlined, and criteria for the choice of methods of bladder drainage are proposed. Conclusion. It allows to evaluate the importance of individual selection of bladder drainage method, obligatory observance of indications and contraindications to installation and management of urinary drains. The conclusions are practically significant for all specialists dealing with this pathology.