Catheter bags work by collecting urine that is drained from the bladder through a catheter. The bag is connected to the end of a catheter, a thin tube, which is inserted into the bladder.
Understanding the Process
Here's a breakdown of how catheter bags function:
- Catheter Insertion: A catheter is placed into the bladder. This tube provides a path for urine to flow out of the body.
- Connection to the Bag: The catheter is connected to a urine drainage bag.
- Urine Collection: As urine is produced by the kidneys and moves into the bladder, it flows through the catheter and into the bag, where it is collected.
- Storage: The bag serves as a temporary storage container for the urine until it can be emptied.
Reasons for Catheter Bag Use
According to the reference provided, catheter bags are often used in the following situations:
- Urinary Incontinence: When someone experiences leakage of urine.
- Urinary Retention: When someone is unable to empty their bladder.
- Post-Surgery: When surgery makes catheterization necessary.
- Other Health Problems: Various other health conditions that require urinary drainage.
Types of Catheter Bags
There are different types of catheter bags designed for various needs, such as leg bags for mobility and larger bedside bags for overnight use, but they all follow the same principle of urine collection.
