There is a patient information booklet ‘Managing a urinary catheter’ available through BISSY (Borders Information Support Site for You) that will help the patient/carer look after their catheter.

The booklet provides information on:

  • Insertions and changing the catheter
  • Maintenance for leg bags
  • What happens at night
  • General catheter care
  • Dietary advice
  • Contact information

Please see the Resources page to find out how to print the booklet.