Tag Archives: Foley

PUBLISHED: Cystoscopy and Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumors with Stent and Foley Catheter Placement

Cystoscopy and Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumors with Stent and Foley Catheter Placement
Austin Bramwell, MDTullika Garg, MD, MPH, FACS
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Bladder cancer is the sixth most common cancer in the United States. Transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT) is a common urologic surgical procedure used to diagnose, stage, and treat bladder cancer. This article presents a patient who had multiple episodes of gross hematuria and was found to have multifocal bladder tumors. In this case, TURBT was performed to confirm the diagnosis of bladder cancer, remove all visible bladder tumors, and prevent further episodes of gross hematuria.

PUBLISHED: Male Foley Catheter Placement and Removal for Surgery

Male Foley Catheter Placement and Removal for Surgery
Bel Capati, RNShirin Towfigh, MD
Beverly Hills Hernia Center

Foley catheter insertion is a fundamental medical procedure that is routinely performed across a wide range of clinical specialties. The placement of a Foley catheter remains one of the most commonly executed interventions in the field of medicine. Foley catheter placement is a common medical procedure performed to assist in bladder drainage and management. This procedure is indicated for a variety of reasons, including the need to monitor urine output during surgery, the management of urinary retention or incontinence, and the facilitation of accurate measurement of urine output in critically ill patients.

The procedure is often performed before surgical interventions to ensure the bladder is emptied, reducing the risk of complications such as bladder distension or injury during the operation. Foley catheterization is a critical component of the care provided to patients undergoing surgical interventions. The procedure requires careful attention to detail and the implementation of proper sterile techniques to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes. This video provides a step-by-step demonstration of Foley catheterization in a male patient, highlighting the importance of this procedure for medical personnel.

PUBLISHED: Foley Catheter Placement: Indications, Maintenance, Complications, and Demonstration on a Preoperative Male Patient

Foley Catheter Placement: Indications, Maintenance, Complications, and Demonstration on a Preoperative Male Patient
Danielle Shibley, BSN, RN
VCU Medical Center

Foley catheterization is a frequently-employed medical procedure to treat urinary retention, aid in bladder drainage/decompression, and facilitate measurement of urine output. This article provides an overview of the indications for Foley catheterization, the steps involved in its insertion, proper care guidelines, and potential complications associated with its use. It is of utmost importance for healthcare practitioners to be comfortable with catheterization procedures to guarantee the comfort, safety, and general welfare of their patients.