lend itself to dilatation. It is further suggested that a suprapubic cystostomy which helps with the localization of the proximal end of the urethra, should remain for the purpose of deviation of the urinary stream.
SUMMARYI. Three cases of complete traumatic rupture of the urethra are described.2. It is suggested that ruptures of the anterior urethra should be treated by suprapubic cystostomy, perineal section with suture of the roof, and packing of the perineal wound, urine draining only through the suprapubic wound.3. Ruptures of the posterior urethra should have a suprapubic cystostomy, together with splinting of the rupture by an indwelling catheter.4. The incidence of strictures following rupture of the urethra is increased by local sepsis.This may possibly be minimized by chemotherapy. The severity of the local damage is also a factor in its production.