Managing External Urinary Catheters

This narrative review explores the use of external urinary catheters. These devices are available in various types and materials for male and female patients. The indications for the use of external urinary catheters include managing incontinence linked to overactive bladder and neurogenic lower uri...

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Published inInfectious disease clinics of North America
Main Authors Lopez, Corina, Trautner, Barbara W, Kulkarni, Prathit A
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.06.2024
Subjects
Urinary incontinence
External urinary catheters
Patient education
Catheter-related skin damage
Urinary hygiene
Urine specimen collection
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Summary:This narrative review explores the use of external urinary catheters. These devices are available in various types and materials for male and female patients. The indications for the use of external urinary catheters include managing incontinence linked to overactive bladder and neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction. Contraindications to the use of external urinary catheters include urinary obstruction. Proper skin care and proactive infection control measures are necessary to prevent complications. The collection of a urine specimen for culture requires a standardized technique to prevent contamination. Clinician-led patient education on catheter management plays a important role in ensuring patient comfort and safety.
ISSN:1557-9824
DOI:10.1016/j.idc.2024.03.011