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Long term indwelling catheter(neurogenic

2021-09-18 14:14:42
Hi, My father is suffering from neurogenic bladder. How safe is indwelling catheter for long term usage(changing the catheter every three weeks )
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Use silicone catheter The infection rate is less than a rubber catheter Any sign of infection  like burning urination or any pain consult a doctor
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use silicone catheters

Answered2021-09-18 16:07:42

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Risk of infection increase

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