[The patient with a long-term indwelling catheter].

A working-group of the Scientific Council of the CBO has drawn up a report on infection control of patients with longterm indwelling catheterization of the urinary bladder. In the first place, restricted use of catheters and shortening of their indwelling use are intended. Furthermore preventive and diagnostic measures and treatment are recommended in case of urinary tract infection and blocking catheters.