Effects of Different Urinary Catheterization Practices on Urinary Complications and Quality of Life
Objective: This study investigates the effects of different urinary catheterization methods— transurethral catheterization (TC), suprapubic catheterization (SC), and clean intermittent catheterization (CIC)—on urinary complications and quality of life. Material and Methods: This research conduc...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Ali İhsan Taşçı
2025-02-01
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| Series: | The New Journal of Urology |
| Online Access: | https://dergipark.org.tr/en/pub/newurology/issue/90562/1614575 |
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| Summary: | Objective: This study investigates the effects of different urinary catheterization methods—
transurethral catheterization (TC), suprapubic catheterization (SC), and clean intermittent
catheterization (CIC)—on urinary complications and quality of life.
Material and Methods: This research conducted as a descriptive design with 91 patients at a
urology clinic in Istanbul between November 2023 and September 2024, the research evaluates
catheterization-related complications and their impact on patients’ emotional, social, and physical
well-being over a six-month period. Data collection utilized the Patient Information Form and the
King’s Quality of Life Questionnaire.
Results: Indicate that while all methods present complications such as urinary tract infections
(UTIs), urgency, and hematuria, CIC and SC showed significant reductions in UTI rates over time
(p=0.001 and p=0.042, respectively). CIC also resulted in fewer cases of hematuria compared to
other methods (p=0.039). In terms of quality of life, SC demonstrated improvements in emotional
and social domains over six months, whereas CIC offered enhanced autonomy and better physical
health outcomes. Transurethral catheterization, despite its widespread use, was associated with
higher complication rates, particularly UTIs.
Conclusion: The findings underscore the importance of individualized catheterization decisions
as based on multidisciplinary team approach and emphasize the critical role of nursing in following
patient outcomes. Comprehensive patient education and adherence to hygiene protocols were
instrumental in reducing complications and enhancing quality of life. Future studies should
explore the long-term implications of these catheterization methods and further assess the role of
nursing interventions in improving patient care. |
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| ISSN: | 3023-6940 |