I had a large bladder when I initially had my suprapubic procedure done. I would recommend trying to find a urologist who is familiar with quadriplegics, if that is possible. I am lucky that my urologist is very familiar with SCI. Maybe somebody on the list can provide you with a hospital where such a urologist might exist within a reasonable distance of where you live. Quadius
On 8/15/07, Danny Hearn <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > After thinking about your question Cullen, a supra-pubic by-passes the > URETHRA I'm pretty sure so that should make no difference. It is a small > hole in your lower gut that goes directly into your > bladder. Dan H. > > *C Child <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>* wrote: > > I have had a indwelling catheter since my injury 10 years ago. > I am now having problems with the wear and tear on my urethra. Has anyone > on the list had a superpubic after having a indwelling cath for a long > period of time? Does the fact that my bladder is the size of a walnut make > any difference. My urologist does not know the answer to this question, this > doesn't surprise me, since he doesn't deal with many quads. > > Cullen > > >
