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Catheterization

Clean intermittent self catheterization is the process of introducing a catheter into the bladder by oneself. The goal of intermittent catheterization is to help prevent urinary tract infections for anyone who is unable to properly empty their bladder.

Update Date: 8/17/2006

Updated by: Neil D. Sherman, MD, Urologist, Essex County, NJ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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