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Clinical outcomes of female external urine wicking devices as alternatives to indwelling catheters: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Nicholas PryorJiCi WangJordan YoungWhitney TownsendJessica AmelingJames HendersonJennifer Meddings
Published in: Infection control and hospital epidemiology (2024)
Overall, FEUWDs nonsignificantly reduced indwelling CAUTI rates, though reductions were significant among studies describing FEUWD implementation protocols. We recommend developing standard definitions for consistent reporting of non-indwelling CAUTI complications such as FEUWD-associated UTIs, skin injuries, and mobility-related complications.
Keyphrases
  • urinary tract infection
  • risk factors
  • primary care
  • healthcare
  • adverse drug
  • quality improvement
  • emergency department
  • case control