Urology Information

Just getting started with learning about Urology? Find out information about your urinary system, bladder function and the forms of incontinence that can effect you.

Urinary System

Find out about the anatomy of your urinary system.

Incontinence

Learn about the effects and causes of incontinence.

Forms of Incontinence

Read about the most common forms of incontinence.

The Bladder

A list of some known issues that may help you understand your bladder functions.

Bladder Cancer

Understand current statistics, risks, survival rates, and trends.

Bladder Training Tips

Gain better control over your urges to urinate,

Family Support

Find out how to help your family adjust, offer family support and understand life with a urology product.

Children

Over 500 children in the UK use catheters. Here are some tips to help your child get used to using a catheter:

Possible Risks

Here are some of the known risks and problems that may occur while using urology products.

Prostate Cancer

What You Need to Know About Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Urinary Retention

Retention is the inability to empty stored urine from the bladder.

Urinary Tract Infections

UTIs are common infections that can cause discomfort and health issues.

Urology Care Guides

Find out more about Flexicare urology products, including step-by-step guides, product advice and information of our range of continence care solutions.

What is a Catheter?

A urinary catheter is a device which is inserted into the bladder to drain urine.

What is a Drainage Bag?

A Urine drainage bag is connected to the catheter to allow for the collection of urine.

What is a Catheter Valve?

A catheter valve is a small device that acts as a tap which fits directly into your catheter.

The Closed Link System

Introduction to the closed link system to prevent frequent disconnection of your leg bag.

Your Leg Bag

Find out about Flexicare leg bags.

Choosing Your Leg Bag

Continue to enjoy life to the full, as well as making sure your catheter or incontinence sheath keeps draining properly.

General Information

Top tips, from hand hygiene to safe disposal techniques.

Questions?

Some of the frequently asked questions on catheterisation and other urology care products