Tag: Cauti prevention

Approximately 12%–16% of adult hospital inpatients in the United States will use an indwelling urinary catheter during their hospitalization. So, what is the most commonly used catheter in these clinical settings and for at-home care? The answer most commonly points to the indwelling Foley catheter, but other types are also prevalent depending on a patient's specific needs.

Studies suggest that for some patients, removing a urinary catheter late at night may reduce the need for reinsertion compared to early morning removal. Determining **what is the best time to remove a catheter** is not a one-size-fits-all answer, but depends on several clinical factors and patient specifics.