What type of indwelling catheter is most suitable for long-term use?
A) Silver-alloy catheter
B) Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) catheter
C) Silicone catheter
D) Triple-lumen catheter

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Silicone catheters are used primarily for long-term catheterization,as they cause less tissue irritation and prevent encrustation.Silver-alloy coated catheters are used to reduce the risk of catheter-associated urinary tract infections rather than for their suitability for long-term use.Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)catheters are more rigid,less comfortable for indwelling use,and more commonly used for intermittent self-catheterization.A triple-lumen catheter is inserted when the patient requires irrigation of the bladder.

What Type of Indwelling Catheter Is Most Suitable for Long-Term