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This document discusses purple urine bag syndrome (PUBS), a rare complication of urinary tract infections where catheter bags and tubing turn purple. It causes alarm but is benign. PUBS results from specific bacteria producing pigments from tryptophan metabolism. Risk factors include female gender, immobility, constipation, chronic catheterization, and renal disease. Treatment involves reassurance, antibiotics, and changing catheters regularly.
- Author
- Christi Adriana Gea
- Language
- EN