Sterile Leg-Bag Extension Tubing For Urinary Catheters – What You Need To Know

What You Should Know About Sterile Leg-Bag Extension Tubing

Sterile leg bag extension tubing is a medical tool designed to provide a sanitary and effective way to collect urine from patients who cannot control their bladder function. Typically, these tubes are used with a urinary catheter and a leg bag -a small, discreet bag that can be strapped to the patient's leg to collect urine.

Sterile leg bag extension tubing is typically made from medical-grade PVC, a durable and flexible material resistant to kinking and twisting. The primary purpose of these tubes is to extend the length of the tubing that connects the catheter to the leg bag. This is important for patients requiring a longer tubing length due to mobility needs or needing to change positions frequently. Patients can move around more freely using sterile extension tubing without the risk of dislodging the catheter or the leg bag. 

Sterile leg bag extension tubing is available in various lengths and diameters to suit patient needs. The tubing is also usually pre-sterilized, reducing the risk of infection and making it safer for clinical use.

How to Apply Sterile Leg Bag Extension Tubing

Apply leg bag tubes to your urethral catheter is easy. Follow these steps for a seamless experience:

1. Wash your hands thoroughly with a disinfectant and water, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
2. Ensure that the urinary catheter is securely in place and that the connection between the catheter and the drainage tubing is clean and dry.
3. Open the sterile leg bag tubing package and remove the tubing. Please do not touch the tubing or let it touch any non-sterile surfaces.
4. Remove the protective covering from the end of the tubing that will connect to the catheter. Do not touch the exposed end.
5. Connect the tubing to the catheter securely, ensuring that it is tightly fastened and there are no leaks.
6. Remove the protective covering from the other end of the tubing that will connect to the leg bag. Do not touch the exposed end.
7. Connect the tubing to the leg bag securely, ensuring that it is tightly fastened and there are no leaks.
8. Position the leg bag on the leg as instructed by your doctor or nurse.
9. Check the tubing and connections for leaks or kinks in the tubing. Adjust the links or replace the tubing as needed if there are any leaks.
10. Wash your hands thoroughly after handling the tubing or any part of the urinary catheter system.

Following a proper sterile technique when applying leg bag tubing is essential to minimize the risk of infection. If you still cannot figure out how to use sterile leg bag tubing after following these steps, you should consult your doctor for help.

Conclusion

Sterile leg bag extension tubing is an essential urological tool that safely and effectively collects urine from a urinary catheter and delivers it to the urine bag. Using sterile extension tubing, healthcare practitioners can ensure that patients under their care move freely without dislodging their catheters or leg bag.