The length of male urethral catheter is generally around 18-20 centimeters. The male urethra is divided into two parts: anterior urethra and posterior urethra. The urethra visible to the naked eye is generally the urethra of the penile pendulous part, while the other parts of the catheter are behind the pelvic cavity and cannot be seen with the naked eye. The male urethra is relatively long, and during catheterization, urine flow needs to be observed to consider the catheter as successfully inserted into the bladder. What is the length of male urethral catheter? The length of male urethral catheter is > 18-20cm. Male urethral catheter generally has two bends, mainly the anterior and inferior pubic bends, and three narrow parts, namely the internal orifice of the urethra, the membranous part, and the external orifice of the urethra. Since the male urethra is relatively long, special attention must be paid during catheterization. The catheter should be fully inserted into the bladder, and when urine flow is observed, insert it into the bladder for 1-2cm before inflating the balloon to avoid urethral injury. Many male urethras are too long, and failing to effectively insert the catheter into the urethra and inflate the balloon can lead to urethral rupture and bleeding.
Reasons for pain in male urethral catheter When there is pain in the male genital urethral catheter, urethritis should be considered first, and it may also be related to prostatitis. Generally, urethritis needs to be ruled out first, as it is a sexually transmitted disease, and it is necessary to inquire whether the patient has a history of unclean sexual life. If the patient has no history of unclean sexual life, urethritis can basically be ruled out. After ruling out urethritis, the possibility of prostatitis needs to be considered. It is recommended to promptly go to the hospital for routine examination of prostatic fluid to make a clear diagnosis. Once diagnosed with prostatitis, it is recommended to take broad-spectrum antibiotics such as Qianlie Shutong or Qianlie Shule, and vitamin E for treatment.
