A comparative study of two types of urinary sheath.
OBJECTIVE
The aim of this study was to compare the newly developed Conveen Optima urinary sheath with the established Clear Advantage urinary sheath in terms of patient satisfaction and preference.


METHODS
This was a randomised, prospective, open, crossover study, in which each participant tested 10 urinary sheaths.


RESULTS
Conveen Optima provided a higher feeling of security, was easier to handle and apply and was more comfortable to wear than Clear Advantage. Furthermore, Conveen Optima was easier to apply with gloves. Finally, the overall product preference for the Conveen Optima sheath was 67 per cent.


CONCLUSIONS
The new Conveen Optima urinary sheath was found to perform better than the well-established Clear Advantage sheath. Declaration of interest This study was funded by Coloplast A/S.
Pemberton
Pamela
P
Brooks
Anthony
A
Eriksen
Christina Mai
CM
Frost
Sue
S
Graham
Sue
S
Greenman
Linda
L
Hannigan
Helen
H
Looms
Dagnia
D
Moran
Sandra
S
Neilsen
Pia Norup
PN
Ollerhead
Debra
D
Shaw
Judith
J
Williams
David
D
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