International guidelines promote intermittent catheterization (IC) as the standard treatment for patients who are unable to empty their bladder.¹ When appropriately implemented, many users may achieve improved quality of life and greater  independence.²

Lower urinary complication risk with IC versus indwelling catheters

Lower urinary complication risk with IC versus indwelling catheters

Users of IC may experience a lower risk of:

• Urinary complications in general3,4

• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)3,5,6

• Bladder stones3,7

Single-use catheters could support hygienic catheterisation

Single-use catheters could support hygienic catheterisation

Patients who reuse catheters may increase their risk of bacteriuria, which is a potential precursor for UTIs9



Single-use catheters support a non-touch technique. When combined with proper hand hygiene, single-use catheters may help reduce bacterial contamination and lower the risk of UTIs.

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The second I switched over to single-use catheter it just made such a huge difference to me and my quality of life.

Alwyn

User, SpeediCath Navi

HCIC reduce friction* thanks to Coloplast unique coating

HCIC reduce friction* thanks to Coloplast unique coating

Advanced IC – hydrophilic-coated catheters (HCIC)

• Feature a hydrophilic coating bound to the catheter

• Reduce the risk of trauma and UTIs* ,10,11,12,13

• Some are ready to use; others require activation with water Hydrophilic-coated catheters are shown to reduce urethral discomfort, such as pain during catheterisation.*,11

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I tried uncoated – it was painful. But now my condition does not define me.

Kabir

User, SpeediCath Navi

SpeediCath® Smooth and instantly ready to use

SpeediCath® Smooth and instantly ready to use

All SpeediCath catheters offer hydrophilic-coated intermittent catheterisation. The unique hydrophilic coating stays bonded, smooth, and hydrated, reducing the risk of urethral trauma14* and urinary tract infection.15*

*Compared to uncoated catheters