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Purple Urine Bag Syndrome: An Uncommon but Noteworthy Phenomenon in the Ward

February 26, 2026 Posted by Basem In Uncategorized

ABSTRACT

Purple Urine Bag Syndrome: An Uncommon but Noteworthy Phenomenon in the Ward

Matrix Science Medica (MSM)
Author: Letter to Editor

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DOI: 10.4103/MTSM.MTSM_10_20

The abnormal discoloration of urine or container bag is visually striking phenomenon and may put patient and relatives into unwanted apprehension. The cases with purple discoloration of the urine are sporadically reported in the literature. This unusual but well described phenomenon is termed purple urine bag syndrome (PUBS). Prolonged indwelling catheterization in some cases results in this peculiar condition

Pages 86-87
Year 2020
Issue 3
Volume 4

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