Abstract:Background
Long-term catheterisation is frequently necessary for patients with retention of urine or intractable incontinence who are unfit for definitive treatment or being evaluated for definitive treatment. In this study, the important factors influencing the encrustation of indwelling catheters are analysed.
Methods
A total of 52 patients on catheter drainage for a period ranging from 1 month to 1 year were taken in the study. Patients reported… Show more
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