Brief Answer: Tube through the abdominal wall is the CORRECT way Detailed Answer: Hi XXXX, Thanks for your query. The abdomen has a closed/sealed baglike structure, which extends right up to the lower end of pelvis. There is always a collection of infected fluid in this cavity (called peritoneum), following a caesarian section or, any other abdominal surgery. Therefore, a drainage tube is always inserted into the peritoneal cavity to drain the infected fluid. The SAFEST, EASIEST AND MOST CONVENIENT site of inserting the tube is through the abdominal wall AND NO WHERE ELSE. If this fluid is NOT drained completely, it will cause very severe infection, which can even be life-threatening if it spreads to the whole body through the blood circulation. I fully agree with you that the pain caused by the indwelling pipe is quite unbearable. But, the pipe too is very essential. I am sure that her gynecologist must have prescribed anti-inflammatory pain-killers to reduce the pain. If not, consult the treating doctor for the same. Hope I have addressed to your concerns to your complete satisfaction and you find my response helpful and informative. I will be happy to answer further queries, if any. Fond regards and have a nice day, Col (Dr.) Rakesh Karanwal

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