Description
A Malecot suprapubic catheter is a surgical device used to drain the bladder or other cavities in the body, and has several uses, including:Â
- Urology procedures:Â Used to drain the bladder during urology proceduresÂ
- Nephrostomy drainage:Â Used to provide drainage following open renal or bladder surgeriesÂ
- Self-draining:Â Used to drain thick fluids like urine, bile, and pusÂ
- Alternative to indwelling catheters:Â Used as an alternative to indwelling cathetersÂ
A Malecot suprapubic catheter has several features, including:Â
- Malecot wings:Â Used to improve catheter retention and drainageÂ
- Softness:Â Made of soft material for patient comfortÂ
- Radiopaque:Â Highly radiopaque for better visualizationÂ
- Bio-compatibility:Â Durable with superior bio-compatibilityÂ
- Flower shape:Â The flower-shaped Malecot reduces trauma and damage to tissuesÂ
The catheter is inserted through a hole in the abdomen and directly into the bladder. The procedure can be performed under general anesthesia, epidural, or local anesthesia. The catheter will need to be changed every 4 to 6 weeks.
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