Avoiding the unnecessary use of indwelling catheters and promptly removing catheters that are no longer needed are the first steps in preventing catheter-associated urinary tract infections in acute ...

A study, published in the Journal of Hospital Infection, examined the effectiveness of cleaning a urinary catheter, before and during use, in avoiding catheter-associated urinary tract infections. The ...

Urinary catheters may be used by people who have problems passing urine. Long-term use is when a person uses a urinary catheter for at least 4 weeks. People who use a urinary catheter are at increased ...

A new survey has revealed significant levels of patient concern about the prospect of being asked to administer a reusable catheter, which require the user to wash and re-use their device. Patients ...