Date of Presentation
5-4-2023 12:00 AM
College
School of Osteopathic Medicine
Poster Abstract
Purple urine bag syndrome (PUBS) is a rare medical condition characterized by the appearance of purple discoloration in the urine collection bag of patients who use catheters for urinary drainage. PUBS is primarily seen in elderly, female, and institutionalized patients who have chronic indwelling catheters. The discoloration occurs due to the presence of certain bacteria that produce pigments, which react with the plastic materials of the catheter and urine collection bag, leading to the formation of a purple color. In addition to the aesthetic concerns, PUBS may also indicate an underlying urinary tract infection or other medical conditions that require immediate attention. This case report provides an overview of PUBS, including its etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and management.
Keywords
Urine, Patient Care Management, Disease Management, Purple Urine Bag Syndrome, Urinary Tract Infections, Urinary Catheters, Indwelling Catheters, Case Reports
Disciplines
Bacterial Infections and Mycoses | Diagnosis | Emergency Medicine | Equipment and Supplies | Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications | Medicine and Health Sciences | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms | Urology | Women's Health
Document Type
Poster
Included in
Bacterial Infections and Mycoses Commons, Diagnosis Commons, Emergency Medicine Commons, Equipment and Supplies Commons, Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications Commons, Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Commons, Urology Commons, Women's Health Commons
Purple Urine Bag Syndrome (PUBS) in a Patient with a Chronic Indwelling Foley
Purple urine bag syndrome (PUBS) is a rare medical condition characterized by the appearance of purple discoloration in the urine collection bag of patients who use catheters for urinary drainage. PUBS is primarily seen in elderly, female, and institutionalized patients who have chronic indwelling catheters. The discoloration occurs due to the presence of certain bacteria that produce pigments, which react with the plastic materials of the catheter and urine collection bag, leading to the formation of a purple color. In addition to the aesthetic concerns, PUBS may also indicate an underlying urinary tract infection or other medical conditions that require immediate attention. This case report provides an overview of PUBS, including its etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and management.