Catheters and Size

Posted on Dec 10, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

Buying a catheter involves determining the right catheter size in terms of length and diameter. This will ensure greater efficiency and less personal trauma.

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Posted in Foley/Indwelling Catheters

Catheters and Types

Posted on Dec 10, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

There are different kinds of catheters – intermittent catheter, indwelling/Foley catheter, external/condom catheter. Suprapubic catheterization is an option, too.

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Posted in Urological Care

CAUTI – Woes of Catheters

Posted on Dec 26, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

A health condition or a surgical procedure necessitates the use of a catheter but unfortunately, while it works to improve the functioning of the urinary bladder, it may also work to bring on some health woes. And primarily among them is UTI, or urinary tract infection.

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Choose Your Pouch: 1 Piece vs. 2 Piece

Posted on Jan 03, 2015 by Kevin Cleary

Once the reality of living with a colostomy or an ileostomy sets in, there will inevitably be a flood of questions. What does this mean? What will I need? How will I live with this? It can be an unsettling time since so much will be unknown.

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Posted in 2-Piece Ostomy Bags 1-Piece Ostomy Bags

How Exactly Does a Colostomy Differ from an Ileostomy?

Posted on Jan 20, 2015 by Kevin Cleary

Many people would think that any type of surgery to correct an issue with your intestines would be lumped into the same category, but that is completely untrue. While there can be many causes for the need for surgery, where this surgery takes place in the intestinal tract determines whether or not a colostomy is needed or an ileostomy.

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Posted in Surgery Type

Hydrocolloid Dressing: Occlusive and Protective

Posted on Jan 27, 2015 by Razia Sanwari

Dressings play a crucial role in wound management because they are in direct contact with the lesion whose healing will depend to a large extent on how effective the dressing is. The chief functions of a dressing are to stop bleeding, soak up the exudates, protect the wound from infection and promote recovery. Therefore, the right kind of dressing is key for healing.

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Posted in Hydrocolloid Dressings

Obesity: Wounded and Hurting!

Posted on Jan 28, 2015 by Razia Sanwari

Obesity brings with it several health issues, such as diabetes, low immunity and vascular/venous insufficiency, which can negatively impact healing of wounds.

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Posted in Wound Dressings

Catheters Which One To Buy… Disposable or Reusable?

Posted on Jan 28, 2015 by Razia Sanwari

Reusing something maybe a smart way to save money and be eco-friendly but would this principle apply to medical devices too? Unless clearly specified as reusable, it is an absolute no-no, especially so with SUDs or single-use devices.

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Posted in Catheter Guides

Teenage Ostomy: Making It Less Awkward

Posted on Oct 29, 2015 by Kevin Cleary

Adjusting to life with an ostomy can be difficult and young adults, and teenagers in particular, can have self image issues. Knowing that you are not alone and that there are other teens and young adults that have already faced this challenge will help you cope and adapt to your ostomy.

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Posted in Pediatric/Mini Size

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