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What is a self-retaining catheter?

April 26, 2017catheter self-retaining

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What is a self-retaining catheter?

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A. A urinary catheter which can remain in the bladder and is held in place by a balloon which prevents it falling out. The catheter provides continuous drainage when attached to one of the numerous types of drainage bag available. A spigot can be inserted into the draining end of the catheter and released at regular intervals. Made from latex, pvc, silicone etc; It is available in various gauges with balloon sizes 5mls-30mls.