Catheterization

New catheterization study findings reported from University of Alberta

Published in Medical Devices and Surgical Technology Week, August 19th, 2007

According to recent research from Edmonton, Canada, "Intermittent catheterization is a commonly prescribed procedure for people with incomplete bladder emptying not managed by other methods. The most frequent complication of intermittent catheterization is urinary tract infection (UTI)."

"It is unclear what strategies, including sterile vs clean catheters or coated vs uncoated PVC catheters, affect the incidence of UTIs. This systematic review summarizes current evidence on the relationship between sterile single-use catheters or clean reused catheters and the incidence of UTIs. SEARCH STRATEGY: The Cochrane Incontinence Group trials register, Medline, EMBASE, CINAHL,...

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Source: Medical Devices and Surgical Technology Week (2007-08-19)

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