Improving Foley Catheter Insertion Procedure by Developing Foley Introducer: A 100-Year Overdue Innovation

Area of Science:

• Medical Devices
• Urology
• Minimally Invasive Procedures

Background:

• Foley catheter (FC) insertion, a common medical procedure, has seen minimal methodological advancements since its inception.
• Current FC insertion methods involve cumbersome preparation and can cause patient discomfort due to prolonged genital exposure.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop an innovative, user-friendly Foley catheter insertion device named Quick Foley.
• To simplify and expedite the FC insertion process without compromising sterility.

Main Methods:

• Development of an all-in-one, disposable FC introducer kit.
• Incorporation of minimal plastic components and use of paper to reduce waste.
• Streamlined preparation involving drainage bag connection, lubricant gel application, and ballooning syringe connection.

Main Results:

• The all-in-one design eliminates the need for prearrangement of FC trays, simplifying preparation.
• The device significantly reduces the time for perineal exposure, alleviating patient psychological discomfort.
• The procedure is made more convenient for practitioners.

Conclusions:

• A novel Foley catheter insertion device has been developed, reducing cost and burden for practitioners.
• The Quick Foley device enables faster completion of the catheterization procedure, minimizing patient exposure time.
• Both healthcare providers and patients benefit from the advantages of this new device.