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Brand Names:
Foley Catheter
Generic Name: Catheter
See also:
Self Catheterization
What is Catheter?
A catheter (or "Foley catheter") is a narrow tube inserted into the urethra and into the bladder to drain urine. It is a common procedure in people that have difficulty going to the bathroom by themselves.
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Reasons Taken
27 patients in the community are having or have had Catheter.
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Bladder problems | 16 | 59% |
| Other | 8 | 29% |
| Balance problems | 1 | 3% |
| Atrophy, lower body muscles | 1 | 3% |
| disease-related symptoms | 1 | 3% |