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Volume 358:e15 April 3, 2008 Number 14
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Female Urethral Catheterization
Rafael Ortega, M.D., Linda Ng, M.D., Pavan Sekhar, B.S., and Michael Song, M.A.

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Female urethral catheterization, the insertion of a catheter through the urethra into the urinary bladder to permit drainage of urine, is a fundamental skill for the practicing health care professional. This video discusses the indications for catheterization, the equipment available, the current methods of catheter insertion and maintenance, potential complications, and how to troubleshoot common problems. Indications Female urethral catheterization is indicated for both therapeutic and diagnostic purposes. Urinary catheterization is therapeutic in several circumstances. It permits effective bladder drainage in patients with acute or chronic urinary retention. A urinary catheter may be used to instill medication for local . . . .

Chapters:

  • Introduction
  • Indications
  • Contraindications
  • Equipment
  • Preparation
  • Anatomy
  • Procedure
  • Complications
  • Summary

 
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