InnoCare Urologics

Injuries caused by Foley pull-outs place an increased strain on the healthcare system and its stakeholders. Surgical repair, resource requirements, and extended hospital stay lead to additional burden and fatigue on physicians and nursing staff.

Studies show that 5% of urinary catheters in the ICU are accidentally pulled out, leading to a variety of injuries. Patients with a cognitive impairment are more likely to pull out their catheters.

Lorente et al.; Accidental catheter removal in critically ill patients; Critical Care, 2004.