What are the Different types of urinary catheters?
Urinary catheters are thin, hollow and flexible tubes that are used to transfer the urine from the bladder to the outside of the body into the disposal bag. There are numerous reasons why someone might need a urology catheter, but the primary reason is to empty the bladder if you cannot empty it on your own. The catheters come in different shapes, sizes and materials for various medical requirements. Catheters are also used because of urine continence which means the inability to control or pass the urine. There are many reasons why a person needs a catheter, like blood clots, kidney stones or if you went through any surgery. Many types of catheters are used like: Intermittent catheters: if you need a catheter for a shorter period, like after surgery, these types of the catheter are used. The catheters are generally connected to drainage, which can be emptied into the toilet. Using this catheter is easy and effective, and people can use them and remove them on their own. As these...