Product Description:

PVC urinary catheter is a common medical device used to direct urine from the patient’s bladder to an external collection device, such as a urine bag or other drainage system. Here is some basic information about PVC urinary catheter:

1. Material and structure: PVC urinary catheters are usually made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a material with good flexibility and durability. The design of the catheter includes a slender tubular structure, one end of which usually has an open tip for insertion into the patient’s urethra, and the other end is connected to a balloon or other fixing device for fixing the catheter in the bladder.

2. Use and function: The main functions of PVC urinary catheters are in the following aspects:

3. Temporary drainage of urine: In patients who are unable to urinate normally or require long-term bedside management, urine is directed to an external collection device by inserting a PVC urinary catheter to relieve pressure in the bladder.

4. Monitoring urine volume and nature: The patient’s urine output can be accurately measured through a PVC urinary catheter, helping medical staff to assess kidney function and fluid balance.

5. Use during surgery: During surgery, a catheter can help maintain a relaxed bladder while controlling urine outflow during surgery.

6. How to use: When using a PVC catheter, medical staff usually ensure the sterility of the instrument and gradually insert the catheter into the patient’s urethra until it reaches the bladder. Once in place, the catheter is fixed in the bladder by inflating a balloon or other fixation device to prevent it from accidentally shifting or dislodging.

7. Advantages and limitations: The advantages of using a PVC catheter include:

8. Cost-effectiveness: PVC catheters are generally less expensive and suitable for large-scale or long-term use.

9. Ease of use: Simple to operate, can be quickly inserted and fixed, and is suitable for emergency and daily care.

10. Wide applicability: It can be effectively used in a variety of clinical settings, including emergency departments, operating rooms, and long-term care facilities.

Despite the above advantages of PVC catheters, there are also some limitations, such as the risk of urinary tract infections or the potential effects of long-term use on urethral and bladder tissues. Therefore, when using and managing PVC catheters, medical staff must strictly follow hygienic operating procedures to reduce the risk of complications.