The model has the potential to help professionals to identify the factors likely to influence response to clean intermittent self-catheterization, and could be used as a tool to help identify those who may have difficulty complying with the treatment or to aid advice-giving on situations that may cause difficulties.

Adequate information and thorough instruction by healthcare professionals helps empower people to take control and master the treatment, with potential contribution to ongoing compliance and long-term urinary tract health. Development of a policy supporting evidence-based care and a consistent teaching programme is highly recommended for use where this treatment is regularly employed.

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