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Overview: This document outlines the recommendations by the CDC for reducing Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTIs) and describes the features of Bard's Foley catheter products designed to meet these guidelines.

CDC Recommendations:

If CAUTI rates do not decrease, consider using antimicrobial/antiseptic-impregnated catheters (Category IB).
Secure indwelling catheters properly to prevent movement and urethral traction (Category IB).
Aspirate urine from the needleless sampling port if needed for examination (Category IB).
Maintain a closed drainage system and consider using systems with pre-connected, sealed catheter-tubing junctions (Category II).

Bard Foley Catheter Features:

Bardex® I.C. Silver Alloy Impregnated Anti-Infective Foley Catheter: Coated with Bacti-Guard® silver alloy and Bard® Hydrogel, proven to reduce CAUTIs.
StatLock® Foley Catheter Stabilization Device: Minimizes movement and risk of dislodgement, aligning with CDC recommendations.
EZ-Lok® Sampling Port: Needle-free, compatible with luer lock and slip tip syringes.
Tamper Evident Seal: Minimizes contamination risk and reminds caregivers to keep the system closed.
Bacteriostatic Drainage Tubing and Collection Bag: Contains antimicrobial agents to repel bacteria and yeasts.
Anti-Reflux Chamber: Prevents urine reflux and ensures unobstructed drainage.
Drainage Bag Outlet: Microbicidal outlet tube inhibits bacterial migration.

Conclusion: Bard's Foley catheter trays are designed to follow CDC guidelines for CAUTI prevention, incorporating multiple features to enhance safety and efficacy.

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INFECTION CONTROL BARDEX1 I.C. ANTI-INFECTIVE FOLEY CATHETERS WITH BACTI-GUARD"1 SILVER ALLOY COATING AND BARD1 HYDROGEL CDC Recommends: If the CAUTI rate is not decreasing after implementing a comprehensive strategy to reduce rates of CAUTI, consider using antimicrobial/ antiseptic-impregnated catheters. (Category IB) • The Bardex® I.C. Foley Catheter with Bacti-Guard®1 silver alloy coating and Bard® Hydrogel is clinically proven to reduce catheter associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs). CDC Recommends: Properly secure indwelling catheters after insertion to prevent movement and urethral traction. (Category IB) • The Bardex® I.C. Foley Catheter Trays are available with the StatLock® Foley Stabilization Device. The StatLock® Foley device minimizes movement, pistoning, and risk of accidental dislodgement of the Foley catheter. CDC Recommends: If urine is needed for examination, aspirate the urine from the needleless sampling port (Category IB) • Bard was the first to introduce the completely needle free EZ-Lok® Urine Sampling Port. The EZ-Lok® sample port accepts a luer lock or slip tip syringe. CDC Recommends: Maintain a closed drainage system (Category IB) and consider using urinary catheter systems with pre-connected, sealed catheter-tubing junctions. (Category II) • All Bard Foley catheter trays are closed drainage systems and come equipped with a tamper evident seal that serves as a reminder to caregivers to keep the system closed

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INFECTION CONTROL BARDEX' I.C. ANTI-INFECTIVE FOLEY CATHETERS WITH BACTI-GUARD®* SILVER ALLOY COATING AND BARD® HYDROGEL Silver Alloy Impregnated Foley Catheter Trays designed to follow CDC Guidelines for the prevention of CAUTI 1. Bardex" I.C. Silver Alloy Impregnated Anti-Infective Foley Catheter • The Bardex® I.C. Foley Catheter with Bacti-Guard®* silver alloy coating and Bard® Hydrogel is clinically proven to reduce catheter associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs). 2. StatLock" Foley Catheter Stabilization Device • The StatLock® Foley device minimizes movement, pistoning, and risk of...

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