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Why LoFric?
When LoFric was introduced over 20 years ago, it revolutionised the use of catheters for ISC. It was the first hydrophilic catheter on the market and is today supported by more scientific studies than any other intermittent catheter. Currently we have over 25 published studies, many of which show evidence of reduced risk of complications over long-term use. Documentation is available on request.
What does our research mean for you?
Keeping well and avoiding infection is extremely important. For people who are using a catheter 3 to 5 times a day, it can mean the difference between falling ill or staying healthy. The greater the friction between the catheter and the urethra, the greater the risk of trauma. Several studies show that injuries usually become visible only after some years of catheter use. As the need for ISC can often be long-term, you must be sure that a catheter is proven for safety over life-long use.
A complicating factor is that many people performing ISC have little or no sensation and therefore cannot rely on pain as a warning system. For you, our documentation offers security that you will not be injured by the catheter.
Long term safety
The long-term safety of LoFric has been evaluated in two major studies (Sullivan et al 1995; Bakke et al 1997). Bakke et al studied 170 patients (84 men and 86 women), after a mean follow up of 8.8 years, there were no cases of urethral stricture or epididymitis.
No compromise between safety and convenience
Currently there is an enormous range of ISC catheters. Some are more discreet than others but not all are documented as safe to use. LoFric Primo provides both a discreet and convenient catheter that is clinically proven to be gentle and safe over long-term use.
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