Self-catheterization is a medical procedure that involves inserting a thin, flexible tube called a catheter into the bladder through the urethra to drain urine. Clean intermittent catheterization (CIC ...

image: 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 ...

Advancements in medical technology have led to the development of innovative medical devices that are doing things once far out of reach for improved patient care and outcomes. Image Credit: Amphenol ...

Inappropriate use of urinary catheters seems to persist, according to research published in the American Journal of Infection Control. Researchers conducted a prospective review of 436 patients ...