Catheterization

Foley catheter insertion drains the bladder through a tube that stays in place. A small balloon holds the catheter inside the bladder. The goal is the same for male and female patients, but the anatomy and common problems are different. Male insertion follows a longer urethra. Female insertion depends on seeing the urethral opening clearly…

Urinary catheterization helps drain or collect urine. It can relieve a full bladder, support certain procedures, or help a clinical team track urine output. It also has risks. A catheter can cause infection, pain, blockage, and urethral injury. These risks rise when the device is used without a clear reason or left in longer than…