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For many people the use of catheters is a necessity. A urinary catheter is a tube system that is inserted into the body (usually through the urethra) to collect urine from the bladder. Your doctor or healthcare provider may determine the use of a catheter is recommended on a short/long term basis. ...
The main use of catheter is to remove fluids from bladder. They are specifically used when the patients cannot urinate by themselves. Catheters are generally used if there is injury to bladder or urethra and for people suffering from urinary incontinence. The use of catheter is not limited to these symptoms. ...
Intermittent catheterization is very user friendly. This catheterization allows the patient to empty the bladder several times a day. For the same reason it is inserted only when required. Intermittent catheters are pre-lubricated and is inserted via urethra. ...