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Urethral Catheter Cure Catheterâ„¢ Straight Tip Uncoated PVC 18 Fr. 16 Inch – M18 Michigan | USA
Urethral Cure Catheterâ„¢ Straight Tip Uncoated PVC 18Fr Introduction
The Urethral Cure Catheterâ„¢ Straight Tip Uncoated PVC 18Fr Intermittent catheterization is the periodic emptying of the bladder by the insertion of a hollowplastic tube (catheter) into the urethra, past the sphincter muscles and into the bladder. Urine then passes out of the bladder through the catheter.
Urethral Cure Catheterâ„¢ Intermittent catheterization is used when a person is unable to empty his bladder. Medical conditions that often require intermittent catheterization include spinal cord injuries, spina bifida and multiple sclerosis, to name a few. Must be done at regular intervals each day to keep the bladder healthy.
Your healthcare provider has recommended clean self-intermittent catheterization to help empty your bladder and keep your urinary system healthy.
Urethral Cure Catheterâ„¢ Straight Tip Uncoated PVC 18Fr Specification
Manufacturer No     M18
Brand                Cure Catheter™
Manufacturer         Cure Medical
Application           Urethral Catheter
Eyes                   Polished Eyelets
French Size           18 Fr.
Gender                Unisex
Length                16 Inch
Material               Uncoated PVC
Sterility               Sterile
Style                   Straight Tip
Usage                 Disposable
User                   Adult
Urethral Catheter Cure Catheterâ„¢ Straight Tip Uncoated PVC 18 Fr. 16 Inch – M18 Michigan | USA
Self Catheterization Urethral Cure Catheterâ„¢ Straight Tip Uncoated PVC 18Fr Instructions for Men
The Urethral Cure Catheterâ„¢ Straight Tip Uncoated PVC 18Fr Self catheterization can be performed in a sitting, standing or lying position. Do
what is most comfortable for you. If possible, stand in front of the toilet, sit nearby on a chair or
wheelchair, or sit on the toilet with your legs spread apart.
Before you begin, gather the following materials Urethral Cure Catheterâ„¢ in sealed wrapper water soluble lubricant something to cleanse the area soap, water and a washcloth, or unscented disposable wipes.
A container to collect the urine if not cathing on or near a toilet hand towel inspect catheter before use if catheter or package is damaged do not use wash hands thoroughly with soap and water or if not available use an antibacterial hand cleaner.
Intermittent Catheterization Instructions for Men continued
- Cure Catheterâ„¢ Straight Tip Uncoated PVC 18Fr equipment so it is within easy reach. Open the water soluble lubricant and catheter package. The package may open from both ends for ease of use.
- Apply a liberal amount of lubricant to the tip and first several inches of the catheter.
- Position yourself comfortably. Arrange clothing so it is out of the way.
- If sitting on the toilet, spread your legs apart. If lying down, knees can be straight or bent.
- Hold the penis upright on the sides so that the urethra is not pinched.
- Retract the foreskin if the penis is uncircumcised.
- Wash the glans penis from the urethral opening (tip) to the base of the glans with soap, water and washcloth or unscented disposable wipe.
- Wash with a circular motion from the tip outward.
Instructions for Men continued
While holding the penis upright with one hand at a 45 to 60-degree angle from the body slowly
insert the lubricated catheter into the penis using your dominant hand gently slide the catheter
until you meet resistance at the urethral sphincters do not pull the catheter in and out when you meet resistance just apply gentle but firm continuous pressure until the catheter advances into the bladder.
Insert the Cure Catheterâ„¢ until urine begins to flow.
If you are standing in front of the toilet or sitting on it with legs spread apart the urine can drain into the toilet if you are lying down place the funnel end of the catheter into a container to collect the urine hold it in place
until urine stops flowing.
Continued
When urine stops flowing, slowly rotate the catheter between your fingers while withdrawing
the catheter. If urine starts to flow again when withdrawing the catheter, stop each time it
flows and let the urine drain. Continue to slowly withdraw until the bladder is
Empty and the catheter is removed. If you are uncircumcised, make sure you bring the foreskin back over the glans penis when you are finished. Some men have very tight sphincters or an enlarged prostate which makes it difficult to pass the catheter into the bladder.
A catheter with a special, curved (Coude) tip may make passing the catheter easier.
How Often Should I Catheterize?
Your healthcare provider will let you know how often you will need to perform clean
self-intermittent catheterization and the size of the catheter you will need continues every four hours until bedtime some people catheterize on a more.
Frequent schedule. Most people who catheterize do not need catheterization at night. Your
healthcare provider will let you know if you need catheterization at night.