Our findings demonstrate that the insertion of Broviac catheters by pediatric intensivists can be a successful, safe, and cost-effective alternative to insertion by surgeons in the OR. This study ...

Royal College of Physicians (1991) 1991–2000 Aggressive treatment, prophylaxis and investigation of all children aged <7 years [81] American Academy of Pediatrics Guideline (1999) Aggressive ...

Urinary catheter ... when selecting catheter type. Red rubber catheters and Foley catheters are the two most commonly used types. Both come in a variety of sizes; 5-French to 14-French catheters ...

A 79-year-old female, symptom-free dialysis patient who was a resident in a nursing home drew attention due to purple urine in her catheter bag (Figure a). Purple urine bag syndrome (PUBS ...

and assisting urine flow between the kidney and bladder in cases of blockages. They are color-coded or labeled for easy size identification, ensuring the right fit and function for pediatric patients.

Indwelling urinary catheters: catheter selection:- For patients using a long-term indwelling urinary catheter, what is the clinical and cost effectiveness of impregnated versus hydrophilic versus ...

Intermittent urinary catheters: catheter selection:- For patients performing intermittent self-catheterisation over the long term, what is the clinical and cost effectiveness of single-use non-coated ...

lower urinary tract abnormalities, and neurogenic bladders that can cause repeated UTIs. Any child with recurrent UTI would need evaluation by a pediatric urologist to rule out anatomical ...

We have a long road ahead of us." More information: Maryellen S. Kelly et al, Characterization of pediatric urinary ...