Department of Urology, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
Can J Urol. 2021 Jun;28(3):10669-10672.
Catheter associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) are common hospital-acquired infections and remain a significant medical and financial challenge to the healthcare system. Despite this risk, incontinent women may require prolonged catheterization to accurately monitor urine output and prevent skin breakdown. The PureWick Female External Urinary Catheter is a promising non-invasive urine collection system for use in incontinent women that may help reduce CAUTI rates, maintain skin integrity, accurately quantify urine output, and avoid extra healthcare costs.
导管相关性尿路感染（CAUTI）是常见的医院获得性感染，仍然是医疗保健系统面临的重大医疗和经济挑战。尽管存在这种风险，但失禁女性可能需要长时间留置导尿管，以准确监测尿量并防止皮肤破损。PureWick 女性外置式导尿管是一种有前途的非侵入性尿液收集系统，可用于失禁女性，有助于降低 CAUTI 发生率、保持皮肤完整性、准确测量尿量并避免额外的医疗保健费用。
