Answer
Mar 23, 2026 - 07:31 PM
In males, a urinary catheter passes through the urethra, which runs through the prostate gland. The catheter does not enter the prostate itself but moves through the portion of the urethra surrounded by the prostate.
This is part of normal male anatomy for internal catheters such as intermittent and indwelling (Foley) types. External catheters do not pass through the urethra, as they are worn outside the body.
