A member asked:

I have a super pubic catheter and get frequest uti's and infections. i've heard a silver impregnated catheter would be better for me, is that true?

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Dr. James Lin answered

Here are some...: Have you had spinal cord injury leading to bladder dysfunction requesting S/P tube to drain your urine after failed to other options of care, or just having it for temporary urine drainage? Bacteria in urine would be 100% expected after S/P tube and requires no need for treatment (antibiotics) but good care to avoid unwanted tension and kinking in catheter and tube. There is no definite advantage.

Answered 2/21/2016

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