Catheters, especially indwelling balloon catheters, major cause of bacteremia

Yet another publication highlighting one of the major causes of bacteremia in hospitals in the US.

 

http://nursing.advanceweb.com/Features/Articles/Catheters-A-Connection-to-Infection.aspx

"Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI) are the single largest source of bacteremia in hospitalized patients. Urinary tract infections (UTI) currently account for approximately 40% of all HAI's in the U.S., with greater than 80% being attributed to indwelling catheters.3 "

As the article states insurance companies are linking payments to infections putting more pressure on medical services, and restricting payments where fault is identified.

It will be interesting to monitor how this changes or improves practise.

Catheter Innovation

It’s good to see innovation is advancing on all sides including the humble catheter tube.

With the increase in urinary infections and the cost of treating, it’s good to see research is continuing in developing new forms of Catheter design and usage.

While it’s relatively old news I thought I’d share these two areas of research.

http://medcitynews.com/2014/05/catheter-using-visible-light-ward-hospital-acquired-infections/

and

http://www.the-scientist.com/?articles.view/articleNo/39587/title/Next-Generation--Biofilm-Busting-Catheter/

I suspect there is a long way to go before this becomes common in the hospital environment and the cost is likely to be a challenge if not prohibitive for both designs.

WyCath Meatal Dilators

WyCath Meatal Dilators

The WyCath meatal dilators have a hydrophilic coating to ease insertion, the coating is activated by simply adding tap water to the sleeve of the dilator.

WyCath meatal dilators are 11cm in length and available in 2 styles:

• Standard bullet end
• Tapered tip

Tapered tip- the catheter tapers to approximately 2 charriers smaller than the standard tip or shaft of the catheter enabling an easier insertion into the meatus.

Medica 2011

Just got back from Wymedical's trip to Medica in Dusseldorf, Germany. What a huge exhibition this is with over 4,000+ exhibitors from across the globe showing their latest wares across a whole spectrum of medical supplies. Great to see the latest innovation in the medical industry with representation from all countries.

For Wymedical it's a chance for us to ensure we see the latest products in Urology and for a chance to bring these into the UK for our customers benefit. It ensures we are always ahead of the field in providing the latest products.

Watch this space for further news of what we will be providing in the continence field.

ps - so glad someone told me to wear comfortable shoes!

About Wymedical

Wymedical aims to bring to the UK market a new and innovative range of
Urology products, including catheters, specific to patients needs.<br/><br/>

We will deliver a high level of quality and experience into the
Urology market with a level of expertise gained through years of
working with continence advisors and suppliers into the NHS.<br/><br/>

We will provide specialist services into the paediatric areas of the
NHS and private sector with a range of solutions best fit to service this market.<br/><br/>

Wymedical will offer a broad range o

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