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Anne Torine Litherland1, Marianne Strøm Aas, Hjalmar A Schiøtz
1Kvinneklinikken, Sykehuset i Vestfold HF, Postboks 2168 Postterminalen, 3103 Tønsberg. anne.torine.litherland@siv.no
Summary
This study found no difference in patient-perceived discomfort between Lofric and SpeediCath hydrophilic urinary catheters during in-out catheterisation. Both catheters resulted in minimal discomfort for women.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Medical Devices
- Patient Comfort
Background:
- Urinary catheter insertion can cause discomfort or pain.
- Comparing patient-perceived discomfort with different coated urinary catheters is important for in-out catheterisation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare patient-perceived discomfort between two commonly used coated urinary catheters: Lofric and SpeediCath.
Main Methods:
- 196 women were randomized to use either a Lofric or SpeediCath hydrophilic catheter.
- Discomfort was measured using a 10 cm visual analogue scale.
Main Results:
- No statistically significant difference in patient-perceived discomfort was found between the Lofric and SpeediCath catheters.
- Both catheters demonstrated a low median discomfort score of 0.75 cm.
Conclusions:
- Lofric and SpeediCath hydrophilic urinary catheters are comparable in terms of patient-perceived discomfort.
- Both catheters offer a low level of discomfort during in-out catheterisation.