What is a No Touch Catheter?

The no-touch catheter is designed to be inserted into the urethra without touch by the user’s hand. These are usually closed system catheters or hydrophilic catheters and offer a more comfortable and sterile self-catheterization without the risk of contamination from the hands. The pre-lubricated catheter is housed within a collection bag, eliminating the need to drain the urine into a receptacle or toilet.

Touchless Intermittent Catheter Kit Features

Provides sterile intermittent catheterization ·
A closed system helps in reducing the risk of UTIs
Pre-lubricated catheter minimizes discomfort and risk of urethral trauma during insertion
The catheter cap has a pull ring, especially for people with limited dexterity
Insertion tip helps in positioning the catheter correctly in the urethra
The collection bag is durable, eliminating the risk of leaks and spillage
The tapered neck design reduces cuts and scrapes associated with sharp corners.
A catheter guide, if present, allows control of catheter insertion just with a finger touch.

What does the Touchless Catheter Kit Include?

A touchless catheter kit typically contains the following items:

Pre-lubricated catheter: to eliminate the need for lubrication
Antiseptic swabs: to disinfect hands and the area of insertion
A pair of latex-free gloves: to reduce the risk of contamination
One underpad: to go under the user ·
A self-contained urine collection bag: to collect the voided urine

Benefits of No Touch Catheter

Reduces chances of bacterial contamination

The touchless catheter has a sterile and pre-lubricated catheter with an introducer tip on one end. The catheter passes through this tube into the bladder. Usually, the infection-causing microbes are located near the urethral entrance, and the introducer tip serves as a barrier that prevents the catheter from coming in contact with these bacteria. This significantly reduces the chances of catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs).

Allows for sterile self-catheterization

Touchless catheter kits have everything one needs to catheterize hygienically in an all-in-one sterile package. Additionally, they contain insertion supplies like sterile gloves and antiseptic wipes. Your fingers will never have to touch the catheter tube during the entire process. Several clinical studies concluded that a touchless catheter could contribute to fewer sterility errors during self-catheterization.

Offers convenience and portability

As the no-touch catheter comes with a collection bag, there is no need for a liquid receptacle or toilet when emptying the bladder. It is great for use on the go and can be used anywhere with privacy. One can self-catheterize independently right from the wheelchair.

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