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What is the difference between a supra pubic catheter and indwelling?

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Location: A regular indwelling catheter is inserted into the urethra, or channel, where urine normally passes. A suprapubic tube is placed through the abdominal wall into the bladder as an alternative location for bladder drainage.

Answered 1/4/2021

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