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What is the intended use of the InstaFlo Bowel Catheter System?
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InstaFlo is for the diversion of liquid or semi-liquid stool to facilitate the collection of fecal matter in patients with little or no bowel control. |
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Is the InstaFlo Bowel Catheter System easy to use?*
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The InstaFlo System requires 3 simple steps for insertion:
1. Connect
2. Prep
3. Place
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Can the InstaFlo Bowel Catheter System be used to obtain stool samples?
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Yes, the Sampling/Tube Flushing Port facilitates stool sampling while the system remains in place. Stool samples can be obtained by:
Opening the sampling/tube flushing port cap and inserting a catheter tip syringe into the port.
Draw an appropriate sample of fecal matter into the syringe
Remove the syringe and close the sampling/tube flushing port cap.
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If the InstaFlo Bowel Catheter is expelled, can it be reinserted?
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Yes, the catheter can be washed off, checked for product integrity and reinserted, according to the Instructions for Use, as long as its still within 29 days of the initial insertion. It is important to investigate why the device was expelled. |
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How can odor be reduced when using the InstaFlo Bowel Catheter System?
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The collection bags available with the InstaFlo System contain a film which is designed to control odor associated with stool. In addition, odor can be minimized by flushing the tubing with water via the Sampling/Tube Flushing Port at least twice daily and routinely cleaning any leakage from around the anus. |
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How can leakage be reduced when using the InstaFlo Bowel Catheter System?
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There are several recommended techniques to help reduce leakage:
Make sure that the retention cuff is inflated
Use a gentle tug and release to seat the retention cuff (e.g. approximately 1cm of blue tubing should be visible.).
Be sure that the low-impact zone is not twisted, the tubing is straight and free of stool, and the collection bag is lower than the patient.
Please note that excessive leakage during use may be secondary to catheter occlusion with stool. If leakage is excessive, consider discontinuing use of the InstaFlo System.
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How often should the retention cuff be deflated, and why?
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The retention cuff volume should be verified at least every seven days. This allows you to adjust for any loss of fluid from the retention cuff. |
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| 1. Kowal-Vern A, Stathis P, Barnett B, et al. Fecal containment in bedridden patients: economic impact of two commercial bowel catheter systems. American Journal of Critical Care 2009; 18:S2-S14. |
| 2. Kim J, et al. Clinical application of continent anal plug in bedridden patients with intractable diarrhea. Dis Colon Rectum 2001; 44:1162-1167. |
| 3. Keshava A, Renwick A, Stewart P, Pilley A. A nonsurgical means of fecal diversion: the Zassi Bowel Management System. Dis Colon Rectum 2007; 50:1017-1022. |
