New device aims to make catheterization easier for female patients and nurses

NCT ID NCT07327671

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi Gulhane Tip Fakultesi Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a special positioning device designed to help female patients maintain the correct position during urinary catheterization. The device aims to make the procedure faster, reduce physical strain on nurses, and improve safety. Researchers enrolled 60 nurses and measured procedure time, fatigue, and satisfaction.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: dorsal recumbent positioning device
What this could lead to: If successful, this device could make urinary catheterization in female patients quicker, safer, and more comfortable, while reducing physical strain on nurses.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 participants. The device may not work well for all patients or settings, and more research is needed to confirm benefits.

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DEVICE NURSING POSITIONING (PRONE, RIGHT LATERAL AND SEMI-ELEVATED SUPINE POSITION) RANDOMISED CONTROLLED TRIAL URINARY CATHETERIZATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Health Sciences Turkey, Gulhane Faculty of Nursing, Ankara, Turkey

Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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