Policies for replacing long‐term indwelling urinary catheters in adults

摘要

BackgroundLong‐term indwelling catheters are used commonly in people with lower urinary tract problems in home, hospital and specialised health‐care settings. There are many potential complications and adverse effects associated with long‐term catheter use. The effect of health‐care policies related to the replacement of long‐term urinary catheters on patient outcomes is unclear.