Jelly belly test

J Coll Physicians Surg Pak. 2006 Jun;16(6):434.

Abstract

A technique is described as how to appreciate urethral obstruction prior to attempt at catheterization to avoid injury to urethra. In this technique anesthetic jelly is administered through external urinary meatus, which leads to distension of distal urethra in case of obstruction.

MeSH terms

  • Anesthetics / administration & dosage
  • Chlorhexidine / administration & dosage*
  • Drug Combinations
  • Humans
  • Lidocaine / administration & dosage*
  • Urethra / drug effects*
  • Urethra / injuries
  • Urethral Obstruction / diagnosis*
  • Urinary Catheterization

Substances

  • Anesthetics
  • Drug Combinations
  • chlorhexidine gluconate, lidocaine drug combination
  • Lidocaine
  • Chlorhexidine