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Guide to frequency of performing intermittent self-catheterisation and intermittent catheterisation
Attempt to pass urine normally prior to using the intermittent catheter
- Unable to void:
- On average perform ISC
- 4 to 5 times a day
- Approximately 3 hourly from waking to retiring
- Drained volume greater than 500ml: Perform ISC 3 to 4 time a day
- Drained volume 300 to 500ml: 2 to 3 times a day
- Drained volume 150 to 300ml: 1 to 2 times a day
- Drained volume less than 150ml: Once a day
- Drained volume <100ml on 3 consecutive occasions: Stop and reassess. May only need to undertake weekly and then reassess or discuss with HCP
