A urinary catheter is a thin, flexible tube that is used to drain urine from the bladder when a patient cannot urinate normally. Catheters are used in many medical conditions such as after surgeries, when the urethra is blocked, or to monitor the amount of urine accurately. At the Horizon Medical Care Center in Ibri, We offer a safe and comfortable catheter insertion and removal service, Using sterile instruments and under the supervision of qualified medical staff to ensure patient safety and avoid any complications.

Urinary catheter insertion procedure

The procedure is performed with structured steps that take into account the sterilization of the area and the patient’s comfort:

1. Medical evaluation: The patient is examined to determine the need and type of catheter (temporary or permanent).

2. Sterilize the area: The urethral area is thoroughly cleaned and sterilized to reduce the risk of infections.

3. Local anesthesia: An intraurethral anesthetic gel is used to reduce discomfort during insertion.

4. Catheter insertion: The catheter is gently inserted into the bladder and the flow of urine is ensured.

5. Fixing the catheter: Hold it in place with a small balloon filled with sterile water and attach to a urine collection bag.

Urinary catheter removal procedure

1. Assessment of the need for removal: The doctor makes sure that the condition has improved or the medical need for the catheter has passed.

2. Balloon Vacuuming: Draws water from the inner balloon to make it easier to remove the tube without pain.

3. Gently remove the catheter: Gently pull out the catheter and clean and sterilize the area.

4. Post-Removal Monitoring: The patient is asked to urinate within hours after removal, and any difficulties or symptoms are monitored.