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2021-03-26 11:59:41
My grandmother fell down, her ligament got torn also fractured her leg. Till how long can be the catheter applied. She can't walk as of now, she can't lift her leg while using a walker. So till how long can a catheter be attached.
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As she is unable to move ,catheter is placed for the convenience of patient. The duration of catheter requirement depends on her recovery. To prevent Urinary tract infection  change of catheter to be done every week.

Answered2021-03-26 12:42:25

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