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Why Is the DAXANMEND Hydrophilic Coated Catheter the "Ideal Partner" for Intermittent Catheterization?
2026-03-10
Recognized by the International Continence Society as the "gold standard" for managing neurogenic bladder and other voiding dysfunctions, IC does more than just drain urine. It helps maintain a low-pressure bladder environment, clears residual urine to eliminate bacterial breeding grounds, and ultimately protects upper urinary tract (kidney) function.
Bladder and Urinary Tract Infections
2026-03-09
Signs and Symptoms:
After a spinal cord injury, bladder infections are one of the most common health concerns. A bladder infection is also known as a urinary tract infection (UTI) because the bladder is part of the urinary tract. The urinary tract includes ...
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Tips for Managing Difficult Catheterization During Intermittent Catheterization
2026-03-09
Intermittent catheterization is considered the “gold standard” for managing neurogenic bladder dysfunction. Under normal circumstances, catheter insertion proceeds smoothly, but occasionally difficulties can arise. Understanding the causes, preve...
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Common Complications and Precautions After Ureteral Stent Placement
2026-03-09
Ureteral Stent (Double-J Stent) Placement
Ureteral stent placement, also known as “Double-J stent” insertion, is a common procedure in urology. It is used to relieve urinary tract obstruction, promote ureteral healing, or prepare for subsequent ...
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Meet the “Invisible Guardian” Inside the Ureter
2026-03-09
Don’t be fooled by this small tube that looks like a curled “pig’s tail.” In the hands of urologists, it is a critical medical tool. It relieves pressure on the kidney above and reconstructs the ureteral passage below. In cases of sto...
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What to Do When You Encounter Problems with Self-Catheterization? A Guide to Common Issues and Solutions
2026-03-02
lean intermittent catheterization is a method of emptying the bladder performed by the patient or a caregiver. During the process, difficulties with insertion or no urine drainage may occasionally occur. This article summarizes several common problems, along with their causes and solutions, to help perform catheterization more safely and smoothly.
What Do You Know About Stents That Save and Protect the Kidney?
2026-02-28
Understanding the Ureteral StentA ureteral stent, also known as a double-J (DJ) stent or “pig-tail” stent, has curved ends resembling the shape of the letter “J” or a pig’s tail. It is a thin, soft tube with one end placed ...
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Ureteral Stents — How Much Do You Know?
2026-02-28
1. Why Do We Need This “Plumber” of the Urinary Tract?
l Trouble Caused by Stones — The Most Common Reason
Urinary stones are the most frequent cause for ureteral stent placement.
Whether it is the formation of a “stone street&rdqu...
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Analysis of Infection Risk Factors Related to Clean Intermittent Catheterization (CIC)
2026-02-11
Clean intermittent catheterization (CIC) refers to the method of periodically inserting a catheter into the bladder through the urethra under clean conditions to allow regular bladder emptying. Numerous studies have shown that long-term use of CIC in patient...
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Prevention of Urinary Tract Infections
2026-02-11
Lifestyle Modifications
Maintain good personal hygiene and healthy habits, especially for women. Studies have shown that physiological bladder flushing through adequate water intake plays an important role in preventing urinary tract infections. Patient...
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