Catheter fluid absorption device and method of use

Details Catheter fluid absorption device and method of use Catheter fluid absorption device and method of use

1996-02-12

1998-05-05

Jackson, Gary

Surgery

Means for introducing or removing material from body for...

Treating material introduced into or removed from body...

604178, A61M 2502

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057467234

ABSTRACT:
An absorbing device for use in connection with a catheter, to absorb excess liquid discharged from the meatus-catheter junction, and method of use. The device comprises a generally cylindrically shaped block of absorbing material coated with a waterproof film, the absorbing material and coating having a longitudinal bore therethrough with a slit radially directed therefrom, to facilitate mating of said device with said catheter shaft, and straps made of velcro or like material to secure the device to the catheter, and to facilitate the easy attachment and removal of the device from the catheter. The device is situated on the catheter so as not to come into contact with the body, yet close enough to the meatus-body interface so as to facilitate the transfer of liquid from the meatus-catheter junction to the device with minimal leakage. The interior of the absorbing material may be treated with a mild adhesive to prevent slippage of the device along the catheter shaft. The absorbing material may be treated an with antibacterial compound.

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