Urethral Catheter (1)
Definition:
An item designed for insertion through the urinary tract as far as the bladder to allow drainage, irrigation, observation, and application of medication. For items designed to drain the ureter, see CATHETER, URETERAL. For items designed to be inserted through an incision or wound, see DRAIN, SURGICAL and TUBE, (as modified).
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