What is Urinary Catheter?
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A urinary catheter is a tube used to drain urine. The type of catheter used depends on the patient's needs. It can be inserted through the urethera into the bladder or inserted directly into the bladder. External condom catheters are another option for male patients.
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How do members experience Urinary Catheter?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neurogenic bladder | 76 | 21 | |
| Bladder problems | 75 | 26 | |
| Improve mobility | 15 | 6 | |
| Urinary incontinence | 13 | 5 | |
| Urinary retention | 10 | 11 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Urinary tract infection | 8 | |
| Urinary incontinence | 5 | |
| Pain | 2 | |
| Uncomfortable | 2 | |
| Bladder problems | 1 | |
| Bladder spasms | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 17 | |
| Moderate | 21 | |
| Mild | 21 | |
| None | 25 |
Member evaluations
wysiwyg
evaluated on Jun 25, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for bladder problems: Major
- Side effects: None
Skooter
evaluated on Feb 01, 2000
- Perceived effectiveness for bladder problems: Moderate
- Side effects: Severe
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