In what situations is a catheter a solution?

A catheter can be a solution if you are unable to empty your bladder properly on your own. This can mean the bladder remains partially or completely full, which can cause symptoms such as pressure, difficulty urinating, or recurring urinary tract infections. A doctor or nurse will first assess the cause and then determine the best solution for your situation.

Catheterisation can be used in cases such as:

Neurologische aandoeningen

In conditions where bladder control is impaired, such as:

• a spinal cord injury
• Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
• Parkinson’s
• A stroke (CVA)
• spina bifida
• diabetes with nerve damage
• other neurological disorders

Urological disorders

In case of problems in or around the urinary tract, such as:

• (chronic or recurrent) bladder retention
• an enlarged prostate (BPH)
• a narrowing of the urethra
• after urological operations
• a weakened bladder muscle

Temporary or post-operative situations

Catheterisation may also be necessary on a temporary basis, for example:

• after major surgery on the abdomen, pelvis, or back
• after anaesthesia or an epidural
• in cases of temporary urinary retention after childbirth

Congenital disorders

In the case of congenital problems such as:

• spina bifida
• bladder exstrophy
• other congenital neurological disorders, such as a neurogenic bladder