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Flushing of suprapubic catheter

Men's Health | Last Active: Nov 28, 2023 | Replies (11)
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@lon7

After two months I am gradually adapting to the suprapubic catheter using a leg bag. So far it has worked well. Based on your experience and other information I have read, I am anxious to attempt using a cap on an 8.5 inch catheter and only flush once a month when the catheter is changed. I have ordered two different caps for comparison before I select the one that works for me. I have ordered a Ugo valve and a Lifevv valve. Which valve do you use? Also how do you secure the catheter to your body? Thank you for your assistance.

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fbt217 | @fbt217 | Nov 28, 2023

I don't use a valve at all, just the catheter plug. I pinch the catheter tube before removing the plug and urinating normally.
When Bard made a female length 18 French catheter there was no need to attach it anywhere. Now that I have to use a 17 inch catheter I have to loop it. I use a Velcro cable tie to secure the loop.
I wear button front boxers and bring the catheter through the fly. When I have to drain my bladder I do it the same way I did before I had the SP catheter.
If you can find an 8.5 inch 18 French catheter, let me know. I haven't been able to get them since Bard discontinued them last Spring.

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