indwelling urinary catheter in males
an indwelling urinary catheter is a small, flexible tube that can be inserted through the urethra and into the bladder. the catheter allows urine to drain into a collection bag.
an indwelling catheter is one that stays in place for a longer period of time. when the catheter is inserted into the bladder, a small balloon is inflated to keep it in place. the balloon is deflated before the catheter is removed.
current as of: february 28, 2023
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