Condom catheter
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Condom catheter
A special condom is attached to a catheter to keep the catheter in place and to collect urine. The condom catheter is used only for short periods of time. This kind of catheter is not inserted into the urethra.
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| Primary Medical Reviewer | E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Avery L. Seifert, MD - Urology |
| Last Updated | July 21, 2008 |
| Last updated: | July 21, 2008 |
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| Reviewed By: | E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine, Avery L. Seifert, MD - Urology |
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