Description: The Tibbe was developed as a solution to reduce or eliminate indwelling catheters for the female patient population.
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Female Urinary Catheter Alternative
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are the most commonly acquired infection in a hospital setting and are often the result of indwelling catheters. Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTIs) result in an estimated 13,000 deaths annually, as well as an increased length of stay by 2-4 days and $400-500 million in additional costs per year nationally.
The Tibbe was developed as a solution to reduce or eliminate indwelling catheters for the female patient population. The idea for the device was conceptualized by Mary Tibbe, CN Specialist from Corewell Hospital.