RESUMO
Intermittent self-catheterisation with hydrophilic coated catheters carries the risk of trauma, bleeding and infection. However, evidence suggest that these risks can be minimised with a new generation of catheters that stay lubricated over time, allowing for comfortable and safe insertion and withdrawal.
Assuntos
Cateterismo Uretral Intermitente , Infecções Urinárias , Humanos , Cateterismo Urinário , Catéteres , Infecções Urinárias/etiologia , Infecções Urinárias/prevenção & controleRESUMO
Fetomaternal hemorrhage is a rare, potentially catastrophic event for a fetus. Leakage of the fetus's blood into the mother's circulation can cause fetal anemia, hydrops, and even death. The prevailing symptom is decreased fetal movement, and signs can include a sinusoidal electronic fetal monitor pattern, a positive Kleihauer-Betke test, or changes in fetal Doppler blood flow. A mother's report or perception of decreased fetal movement coupled with a nonreactive nonstress test or abnormal ultrasound findings should prompt an investigation into underlying causes.