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How I Do It: PureWick female external catheter: a non-invasive urine management system for incontinent women
Department of Urology, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
HOWIDOIT
Jun  2021 (Vol.  28, Issue  3, Pages( 10669 - 10672)
PMID: 34129459

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  • Catheter associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) are common hospital-acquired infections and remain a significant medical and financial challenge to the healthcare system. Despite this risk, incontinent women may require prolonged catheterization to accurately monitor urine output and prevent skin breakdown. The PureWick Female External Urinary Catheter is a promising non-invasive urine collection system for use in incontinent women that may help reduce CAUTI rates, maintain skin integrity, accurately quantify urine output, and avoid extra healthcare costs.