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Apr 07, 2026 - 11:13 AM
An external catheter is used to collect urine outside the body and direct it into a drainage bag or collection system. It is a type of urinary catheter designed for external urine management rather than internal bladder drainage.
External catheters are different from Foley catheters, which stay in place inside the bladder, and intermittent catheters, which are inserted temporarily and then removed. The appropriate catheter type depends on individual needs and product selection.
