Interactions of microorganisms within a urinary catheter polymicrobial biofilm model
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DOI: 10.1002/bit.28241
Abstract: Biofilms are often polymicrobial in nature, which can impact their behavior and overall structure, often resulting in an increase in biomass and enhanced antimicrobial resistance. Using plate counts and locked nucleic acid/2′‐O‐methyl‐RNA fluorescence in situ… read more here.
Keywords: microorganisms within; urinary catheter; catheter; catheter polymicrobial ... See more keywords
Early urinary catheter removal after rectal surgery: systematic review and meta‐analysis
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DOI: 10.1002/bjs5.50288
Abstract: Urinary catheters are placed after rectal surgery to prevent urinary retention, but prolonged use may increase the risk of urinary tract infection (UTI). This review evaluated the non‐inferiority of early urinary catheter removal compared with… read more here.
Keywords: early urinary; surgery; catheter removal; urinary catheter ... See more keywords
User perception of a new hydrophilic‐coated male urinary catheter for intermittent use
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DOI: 10.1002/nop2.193
Abstract: This study investigated user perception and adherence related to a hydrophilic‐coated urinary catheter (LoFric® Origo™), available for male patients who practice intermittent catheterization. read more here.
Keywords: urinary catheter; perception new; hydrophilic coated; user perception ... See more keywords
Indwelling Urinary Catheter Model of Proteus mirabilis Infection.
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DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4939-9601-8_17
Abstract: Uncomplicated urinary tract infections, especially those caused by Escherichia coli, have historically been widely studied. However, complicated urinary tract infections are presenting ever increasing healthcare challenges, particularly with Proteus mirabilis. P. mirabilis is often found… read more here.
Keywords: urinary catheter; infection; model; proteus mirabilis ... See more keywords
Systematic review and meta-analysis of early removal of urinary catheter after colorectal surgery with infraperitoneal anastomosis
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DOI: 10.1007/s00423-021-02342-2
Abstract: To review and to analyse the feasibility of using no urinary catheter or a catheter for less than 24 h compared with longer post-operative catheter after colorectal surgery with infraperitoneal dissection. We performed a systematic… read more here.
Keywords: catheter; surgery infraperitoneal; urinary catheter; removal ... See more keywords
Is 2-person urinary catheter insertion effective in reducing CAUTI?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2019.05.014
Abstract: This study focused on implementation of the 2-person urinary catheter insertion protocol as a way to decrease catheter-associated infection (CAUTI) rates. Whereas the CAUTI prevention bundle is important to implement, additional focus on specific parts… read more here.
Keywords: urinary catheter; catheter; catheter insertion; person urinary ... See more keywords
Using the NHSN Tap Report and Standardized Utilization Ratio to Decrease Urinary Catheter Utilization
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2020.06.067
Abstract: Background Our facility had the highest urinary catheter standardized utilization ratio (SUR) in our hospital system, which consists of nine acute care hospitals in Nebraska and Iowa. Using the NHSN Tap report and SUR, we… read more here.
Keywords: catheter; unit; urinary catheter; standardized utilization ... See more keywords
Urinary Catheter-Associated Infections.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.idc.2018.07.002
Abstract: Catheter-associated urinary tract infection remains one of the most prevalent, yet preventable, health care-associated infections. General prevention strategies include strict adherence to hand hygiene and antimicrobial stewardship. Duration of urinary catheterization is the most important… read more here.
Keywords: catheter; urinary catheter; associated infections; prevention ... See more keywords
Development of a Hemostatic Urinary Catheter for Transurethral Prostatic Surgical Applications: Hemostatic Urinary Catheter.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2022.03.037
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To investigate a novel transurethral hemostatic catheter device with an integrated chitosan endoluminal hemostatic dressing (CEHD). Development and implementation of this technology may help address bleeding following surgery such as transurethral resection of prostate… read more here.
Keywords: cehd; development; catheter; hemostatic urinary ... See more keywords
Urinary catheter monitoring of intra-abdominal pressure after major abdominal surgery, a cost-benefit analysis.
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DOI: 10.1080/13696998.2022.2053383
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To estimate costs and benefits associated with measurement of intra-abdominal pressure (IAP). METHODS We built a cost-benefit analysis from the hospital facility perspective and time horizon limited to hospitalization for patients undergoing major abdominal… read more here.
Keywords: analysis; catheter monitoring; cost; urinary catheter ... See more keywords
Re: Removing the Urinary Catheter on Post-Operative Day 2 after Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy: A Feasibility Study from a Single High-Volume Referral Centre.
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DOI: 10.1097/01.ju.0000554790.33212.a9
Abstract: available at http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30178126 Editorial Comment: This is a secondary analysis of the third National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles. The purpose of this study was to assess whether female sexual dysfunction is associated with… read more here.
Keywords: post operative; removing urinary; operative day; catheter post ... See more keywords