Do prophylactic catheter washouts reduce catheter associated urinary tract infections and catheter blockage compared to standard care in adults living with long-term catheters?

PCWs may have more benefits and less harms than previously thought and could improve patients' QoL. Tailoring washout solutions to patients' needs may be beneficial. International RCTs abiding by SPIRIT and CONSORT guidelines are recommended, as most outcomes were of low certainty.