BD PureWick™ Male External Catheter
BD PureWick™ Male External Catheter
Prizma-Med is bringing the BD PureWick™ Male External Catheter to Türkiye. Please contact us for preliminary information and order requests.
The BD PureWick™ Male External Catheter is a non-invasive external catheter that collects urine in men without inserting a catheter into the body. A soft, moisture-wicking wick draws urine away from the body; a cap placed over the penis is secured to the skin with adhesive strips to create a seal. With low-pressure continuous suction, urine is carried through tubing to a closed collection canister. The manufacturer states that the product was developed especially for men who cannot use condom catheters.
At home and in the hospital
- At home: As with the female product, it is used together with the PureWick™ Urine Collection System, which plugs into a wall outlet.
- In the hospital: A non-invasive option that may help reduce the need for indwelling (Foley) catheters and catheter days; urine is collected in a closed canister.
Who may it be suitable for?
- Male patients who require urine output management but have no indication for an indwelling catheter
- Bedridden patients who have difficulty using a urinal or getting to the toilet
- Patients with skin irritation or damage due to incontinence or diapers
Who should not use it or requires caution?
- People with urinary retention (contraindication)
- Agitated, aggressive or uncooperative people who may remove the catheter
- Frequent fecal incontinence without a stool management system
- Skin irritation or damage at the application site
- Caution is needed in people who have recently had surgery on the external urogenital area, penis or pubic area
Use and care (according to manufacturer information)
- Before application, prominent pubic hair is trimmed; the area is cleaned and dried completely, because moisture weakens the adhesive.
- The catheter is replaced at least every 24 hours, or earlier if soiled with stool, blood or semen.
- Placement and skin are checked at least every 2 hours.
- Barrier cream is not applied to the penis and surrounding pubic skin; it may weaken suction and adhesion.
- For removal, it is peeled off from top to bottom; it is not pulled straight off.
Video (BD)
- Placing the PureWick™ Male External Catheter (BD, video)
- BD PureWick™ how-to videos (purewickathome.com)
Preliminary information and order requests
WhatsApp: +90 533 349 61 62 · Phone: +90 342 360 64 50 · info@prizmamed.com.tr
The information on this page is based on the manufacturer's product information for other markets; the instructions for use of the product supplied in Türkiye should be followed.