A Collaborative Approach Intended to Reduce the Duration of Short Term Urinary Catheters in Adult Patients at a Tertiary Care Medical Center Also Significantly Reduced the Duration of Hospitalization.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2021.11.032
Abstract: BACKGROUND Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the leading cause of nosocomial infections in the United States. The major contributing factor is the placement of indwelling urinary catheters. METHODS Following a chart review of adult patients… read more here.
Keywords: short term; duration hospitalization; significantly reduced; duration ... See more keywords
An Examination of the Barriers to and Facilitators of Implementing Nurse-Driven Protocols to Remove Indwelling Urinary Catheters in Acute Care Hospitals.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcjq.2020.08.015
Abstract: BACKGROUND Urinary catheter nurse-driven protocols (UCNDPs) for removal of indwelling urinary catheters (IUCs) can potentially prevent catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs). However, they are used inconsistently. The objective of this study was to examine the… read more here.
Keywords: nurse driven; driven protocols; urinary catheters; care ... See more keywords
Mucus Mimic Hydrogel Coating for Lubricous, Antibiofouling, and Anti-Inflammatory Urinary Catheters.
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DOI: 10.1021/acsami.4c13051
Abstract: Silicone is a common elastomer used in indwelling urinary catheters, and catheters are widely used in various medical applications due to their exceptional biocompatibility, hypoallergenic properties, and flexibility. However, silicones exhibit hydrophobic characteristics, lack inherent… read more here.
Keywords: hydrogel; mimic hydrogel; urinary catheters; mucus mimic ... See more keywords
Catechol-modified chitosan hydrogel containing PLGA microspheres loaded with triclosan and chlorhexidine: a sustained-release antibacterial system for urinary catheters
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DOI: 10.1080/10837450.2022.2086571
Abstract: Abstract Blockage and infection are common in hospitals, especially with long-term indwelling catheters, due to bacterial adhesion, colonization, and other reasons. A drug-sustained-release antibacterial coating for urinary catheters was described in this paper. Chlorhexidine (CHX)… read more here.
Keywords: system; urinary catheters; hydrogel; modified chitosan ... See more keywords
Phage- and enzybiotic-coated urinary catheters to prevent recurrent multidrug-resistant bacterial infections
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DOI: 10.1080/14787210.2025.2541717
Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) are among the most prevalent hospital-acquired infections, posing a serious clinical and economic burden, particularly in the context of rising antibiotic resistance. Biofilm formation on indwelling catheters by… read more here.
Keywords: prevent recurrent; enzybiotic coated; coated urinary; multidrug resistant ... See more keywords
Standardizing Practice for Intermittent Irrigation of Indwelling Urinary Catheters
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DOI: 10.1097/ncq.0000000000000228
Abstract: DOI: 10.1097/NCQ.0000000000000228 academic medical center routinely ensures that all clinicians are following best practices for maintaining urinary catheters. Inpatient and procedure areas at the organization have CAUTI prevention champions who receive routine education on CAUTI… read more here.
Keywords: practice intermittent; irrigation indwelling; urinary catheters; intermittent irrigation ... See more keywords
Adherence to Evidence‐Based Guidelines and Implications When Designing Electronic Documentation for Urinary Catheters
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DOI: 10.1111/jocn.17459
Abstract: ABSTRACT Aim The aim of this study was to investigate the point prevalence and the rate of adherence to evidence‐based guidelines for patients who had indwelling urinary catheters in three Australian acute care hospitals. Design… read more here.
Keywords: based guidelines; evidence based; adherence evidence; urinary catheters ... See more keywords
A randomized clinical trial comparing Nitrofurazone‐coated and uncoated urinary catheters in kidney transplant recipients: Results from a pilot study
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DOI: 10.1111/tid.13031
Abstract: Urinary tract infections are frequent complications early after kidney transplantation, and the use of antimicrobial coated catheters in settings other than transplantation has shown promising results for infection prevention. The purpose of this study was… read more here.
Keywords: clinical trial; kidney transplant; urinary catheters; randomized clinical ... See more keywords
A novel insertion technique for urinary catheters in female dogs with the use of a guidewire
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DOI: 10.1111/vec.12999
Abstract: Abstract Background Complicated transurethral urinary bladder catheterization in female dogs is a commonly encountered urologic problem, often causing inadvertent trauma to the lower urinary tract and breach in aseptic technique. Key Concepts A novel method… read more here.
Keywords: technique; catheter; female dogs; insertion ... See more keywords
Need to clamp indwelling urinary catheters before removal after different durations: a systematic review and meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-064075
Abstract: Objective This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effect of bladder training by clamping on bladder urethral function in patients with indwelling urinary catheters used for different durations. Design Systematic review and meta-analysis. Data sources The… read more here.
Keywords: urinary catheters; meta analysis; patients indwelling; analysis ... See more keywords
Patient perspectives on indwelling urinary catheters and fluid balances after transsphenoidal pituitary surgery: a qualitative study
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-069598
Abstract: Objectives To explore the perceptions and experiences of patients who underwent transsphenoidal pituitary gland and (para)sellar tumour surgery regarding indwelling urinary catheters (IDUCs) and the postoperative fluid balance. Design Qualitative study using semistructured interviews based… read more here.
Keywords: urinary catheters; surgery; transsphenoidal pituitary; indwelling urinary ... See more keywords