A non-invasive way to manage urinary incontinence at home
Used with Purewick Catheter system to reduce risk of moisture lesions by wicking urine away from the body
An alternative to incontinence pads and indwelling catheters for female patients
Product contains dry natural rubber and is made of soft, flexible material
One size fits most, these catheters are non-sterile and designed for single patient use

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PureWick Female External Catheter By PureWick

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A non-invasive way to manage urinary incontinence at home
Used with Purewick Catheter system to reduce risk of moisture lesions by wicking urine away from the body
An alternative to incontinence pads and indwelling catheters for female patients
Product contains dry natural rubber and is made of soft, flexible material
One size fits most, these catheters are non-sterile and designed for single patient use

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About PureWick Female External Catheter

PUREWICK Female External Catheters are an alternative to incontinence pads and indwelling catheters for female patients. Used in hospitals and rehab facilities, these external catheters are also a simple, non-invasive way to manage urinary incontinence and measure urine output from the comfort of home. Designed to keep skin dry by wicking urine away from the body, this reduces the risk of moisture lesions. Easy to use by patients themselves, or for caregivers to assist, these external catheters help make for better sleep at night by reducing nighttime trips to the bathroom-- also decreasing fall risks. These catheters are non-sterile, one size fits most, and are intended for single patient use. Purchased in single units of grey or blue, or as a case of 30 grey catheters, Purewick Female External Catheters are time-saving and easy to manage and help reduce urinary catheter days, thus lowering the risk of CAUTI’s.

Key Benefits

Designed for vacuum suction, used with Purewick Catheter system to reduce risk of moisture lesions by wicking urine away from the body
Choose from grey or blue colored single catheters, or one case of 30 grey catheters
Time-saving and easy to manage, Purewick External catheters are designed for comfort, which encourages restful sleep
PUREWICK Female External Catheter is a non-invasive way to manage urinary incontinence from the comfort of home
Reduces nighttime trips to the bathroom, which decreases fall risks

Brand	PureWick
Manufacturer	Bard
Application	Female External Catheter for Vacuum Suction
Material	Latex
Size	One Size Fits Most
Sterility	NonSterile
Usage	Single Patient Use
Latex Free Indicator	Contains Latex

PureWick Female External Catheter FAQ's

What is the purpose of the external catheter?

PUREWICK Female External Catheter is a non-invasive way to manage urinary incontinence at home. Used with a Purewick Catheter system to reduce risk of moisture lesions by wicking urine away from the body, external catheters are an alternative to incontinence pads and indwelling catheters for female patients.

How does it work?

PUREWICK Female External Catheters work outside the body to draw urine away effectively, keeping skin dry and controlling odor, which reduces the risk of the leading cause of skin problems. The soft material wicks urine down to the base. Used with the Purewick Urine Collection system, the continuous low-pressure suction at the base removes urine and collects it in a suction canister.
Replace every 8-12 hours or if soiled with feces or blood and always check the site for any skin breakdown and perform perineal care prior to placement of a new external catheter
Caution: to avoid potential injury, do not push or pull against the skin upon placement or removal.

How does the PUREWICK Female External Catheter stay in place?

Mesh underwear can be worn to help the catheter say in place.

How often should a PUREWICK Female External Catheter be changed?

Replace every 8-12 hours or if soiled with feces or blood.
Always check the site for any skin breakdown and perform perineal care prior to placement of a new external catheter.

Who Should Be Using This Product?

Adult female patients/users who:

Desire a non-invasive way to manage urine output
Require urine monitoring but do not meet indications for the use of a Foley catheter
Are Post-surgical or immobile
Have been placed on bed rest
Find using a bedpan difficult
Have difficulty walking from bed to toilet or chair to toilet
Experience skin irritation or irritation due to urinary incontinence or incontinence pads
Have disrupted sleep due to urinary incontinence

Who should not use a Purewick Female External Catheter?

The following individuals may not be the best candidate for external catheters:

Individuals with urinary retention
Patients/users who are agitated or uncooperative who might remove the external catheter
Those who are ambulatory and move safely to the restroom
Patients/users experiencing menstruation who can not use a tampon
Individuals who experience skin breakdown at the catheter site

How to use place a Purewick Female External Catheter:

Wash hands thoroughly.
Using standard suction tubing, connect the Purewick Female External Catheter to the collection canister.
Perform perineal check and assess skin integrity.
Separate legs, gluteus muscles, and labia. Palpate pubic bone for an anatomical marker.
Gauze side facing patient, align the distal end of the external catheter at gluteal cleft. Tuck gauze side gently between separated gluteus and labia.
Place legs back together slowly.

How to Remove a Purewick Female External Catheter:

Wash hands thoroughly.
Fully separate legs, gluteus muscles, and labia.
Gently pull external catheter directly outward to avoid potential injury to skin. Make sure suction is maintained during removal.
Replace every 8-12 hours or if soiled with feces or blood.
Always check the site for any skin breakdown and perform perineal care prior to placement of a new external catheter.