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Posted 10 Dec 2019 at 11:17

Originally Posted by: Online Community Member

This is the device. Place the Y section of catheter pipe with arrow pointing up. It holds the pipe in situ at the point of the split (urine/small inflator pipe) if that makes sense. https://www.bardcare.uk/consumers/products/view-products/catheter-securement/statlock/

how to install:

https://youtu.be/AsyA4Ijdalk

Looking at the Link. I was not supplied with this type of attachment. I will google the straps and see if I can find it. Here is a link to the one I got fitted.  Not very stable in my view. The strap has to be quite tight or slippage occurs. Also rubber comes loose and the catheter pipe slips through. however perhaps this type was fitted as it was only in for 5 days. Hopefully a better one will be used if the catheter will be in longer.fingers crossed

https://my.supplychain.nhs.uk/Catalogue/product/fub004

Edited by member 10 Dec 2019 at 11:55  | Reason: Not specified

User
Posted 10 Dec 2019 at 11:40

Quite a few pharmacies supply it. I would definitely recommend it and doesn’t move at all once bonded to your thigh. I also use a strap just to stabilise the bag laterally as the pouch tends to fall down my leg over time. #toptip shave area where you place the statlock or you’ll potentially get a waxing effect on removal :-)

User
Posted 10 Dec 2019 at 11:41

Guys

Not the strap I use but the main picture shows how I secure my catheter when using a strap.

https://images.app.goo.gl/sCTPsXhAbGMrMJFY9

Thanks Chris

Edited by member 10 Dec 2019 at 11:42  | Reason: Added main

User
Posted 10 Dec 2019 at 12:00

This was similar to what I was given but not the same so can,t comment if this would be any improvement on what I had.Thanks for your input.

User
Posted 10 Dec 2019 at 12:06

Originally Posted by: Online Community Member

Quite a few pharmacies supply it. I would definitely recommend it and doesn’t move at all once bonded to your thigh. I also use a strap just to stabilise the bag laterally as the pouch tends to fall down my leg over time. #toptip shave area where you place the statlock or you’ll potentially get a waxing effect on removal :-)

I will add one of these to my shopping list .Where do you recommened  it should bevfitted and do you allow for a loop  between the y and your penis.Would it be easier to closed the clip on the pipe before fitting to the leg to get the right position?

User
Posted 10 Dec 2019 at 12:16

Really easy to fit. Get the nurse to do first one  but basically top of front thigh ensuring plenty of flex from. The pipe to penis. When I sit on the toilet I release the clip temporarily and pull the pouch up to thigh so pipe doesn’t pull on urethra. Then after a bowel movement I put back into place and clip. Bit of a faff but you soon get used to it and it’s just a process.

User
Posted 10 Dec 2019 at 15:31

Originally Posted by: Online Community Member

Really easy to fit. Get the nurse to do first one  but basically top of front thigh ensuring plenty of flex from. The pipe to penis. When I sit on the toilet I release the clip temporarily and pull the pouch up to thigh so pipe doesn’t pull on urethra. Then after a bowel movement I put back into place and clip. Bit of a faff but you soon get used to it and it’s just a process.

Interesting when you say the top of front thigh. When the nurse fitted mine it was top of my thigh but on the inside not the front. Strange.

User
Posted 10 Dec 2019 at 15:43

For me it means the bag sits to the outside of the knee. I find this works well not only for access but when the bag is full it’s pretty big (500ml) and I would think would get in the way else where. I guess folks have various positions for location so what works for them is best I guess. I copied the location on other thought with spare statlock an equally comfortable either sitting, laying or walking.

Good luck for next week and I suspect you will figure out what works best as first few days was a learning exercise for me but now I kinda forget it’s there.

TG

User
Posted 10 Dec 2019 at 18:01

Tech Guy

Got to admit I don't always do it but.  The NHS advice is to empty your bag before it is half to  three quarters full.

Quite often you have to make do with what the hospital has available.

Thanks Chris

Edited by member 10 Dec 2019 at 18:03  | Reason: Not specified

User
Posted 10 Dec 2019 at 18:33

Hey Chris

ah thx top tip. I was drinking 2-3litres a day so got lazy when out or watching Netflix. 

I think I was fortunate going private as they seem to have quite a few options. Thankfully insurance picked up 99% of it.

TWOC Thursday morning so fingers crossed.

cheers

TG

 

User
Posted 10 Dec 2019 at 20:43

Thanks again everyone, lots to consider but I have a lot more idea going forward and hopefully be better prepared.

Hopefully I will have the results of my second urine sample this time tomorrow and get the all clear. I do still have some discomfort with my upset stomach, after taking laxitive on and off for few days, I am now too regular. Hopefully if my urine sample comes back negative then these other issues will not prevent me from going ahead. I will discuss these issues with my Urology department. Cheers again. Regards Dave

User
Posted 11 Dec 2019 at 14:17

OK finding it difficult to get my hands on the statlock. Tried local pharmacy and local doctor said I would be supplied by the hospital which I somehow doubt. Decided to buy some myself and are £4.50 each on ebay. How many do you think I will need to tide me over?

Anyone got a direct link to where I can buy these to make sure I get the genuine article?

Cheers?

 

User
Posted 11 Dec 2019 at 14:47

Hi Dave,

My statlock catheter fixing was glued to my thigh while I was in surgery and turned out to be very sturdy. So it might be worth asking which device will be fitted when you're in surgery.

Mine lasted the full ten days until the catheter was removed at the TWOC (trial without catheter) clinic where alcohol was used to remove it.

Hope this helps.

Kev.

User
Posted 11 Dec 2019 at 15:01

Sounds like you were one of the lucky ones. Fingers crossed they supply a different one to what I was given last time. However I have my doubts.Thanks for the heads up.

User
Posted 11 Dec 2019 at 15:28

Wow I didn’t realise the statlock would be that elusive to buy. Seems to be commonplace in US but less here. Sizing is critical as from what I can tell there are two sizes. Had both of mine on for two weeks without issue. The sticky surface bonds well and is released using alcohol. I’ve looked for sizing information on both of mine but can’t see anything indicated on the product. I would be tempted to call the manufacturer.

User
Posted 11 Dec 2019 at 15:32

Update If I haven,t bored everyone to death by now.

Just received the all clear from my Urine sample. Now clear of infection. So now all systems go for Monday. I still have the issue of my stomach . Mainly gas building up which eventually gives me pain as it travels south . Once I have opened my Bowels, all is fine. I think its slowly improving with the tablets ( Buscopan used for Irritable Bowl Syndrome) I have never taken this before and never had this problem before. Is this something I need to tell the Urology department about  or do I wait until the big day and see if it clears? Just answered my own question and have decided to give the urology a ring and now waiting for the prostate nurse specialist to call me back.

Edited by member 11 Dec 2019 at 15:35  | Reason: Not specified

User
Posted 11 Dec 2019 at 15:40

Yes best think is to chat with them. On the day if you have a full bowel or constipation usually they offer you something to clear you out pre-op. I suffer with IBS-C so I had a meal the night before which I know tends to get things moving in the morning and thankfully it worked. Should be fine on the day. I made a list of logistics to take with me etc and kept busy pre-op which Keats me from overthinking the whole process in my head. To be honest after the op was over I wondered why I had been worrying at all as all went very smooth and very little pain or discomfort.

User
Posted 11 Dec 2019 at 15:53

Good to hear Techguy. Hopefully this is not an issue. My local GP doesn,t seem to think so as long as my urine sample came back negative.

User
Posted 11 Dec 2019 at 16:56

Dave 

A statlock will last me for 14 days although the recommendation is change it after 7 days. There are two versions of the statlock one for standard catheters and one for the triple port catheter. I have tried to source a larger size statlock but my prescription service say there is only the one size.  Ugo do a similar fixation device which is slightly bigger, they did have an issue with the adhesive but they have now resolved the problem. I get my statlock on prescription.

Thanks Chris

User
Posted 11 Dec 2019 at 18:00

Originally Posted by: Online Community Member

Dave 

A statlock will last me for 14 days although the recommendation is change it after 7 days. There are two versions of the statlock one for standard catheters and one for the triple port catheter. I have tried to source a larger size statlock but my prescription service say there is only the one size.  Ugo do a similar fixation device which is slightly bigger, they did have an issue with the adhesive but they have now resolved the problem. I get my statlock on prescription.

Thanks Chris

Chris I will have another go with the doctors to see if I can get a prescription and then I suppose the Pharmacy will then need to order one up. Will have another go for Instalagel too.

I just got the call back from the specialist Prostrate cancer nurse who has confirmed they do not supply that kind of Catheter( Cheapskates)  Good news,Does not think my current problems will be an issue and the RARP will go ahead as planned . Just need to inform them I am on new medication on arrival.So  Good news. I think .

 
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