Frequently Asked Questions

Catheters are fitted by qualified health professionals trained in their use. For indwelling urinary catheters, this is done by inserting the sterile catheter tube into the patient’s urethra. In the case of suprapubic catheters, the tube would be inserted through an incision made in the patient’s abdomen. Patients are generally taught how to correctly and safely use intermittent urinary catheters themselves.