There are three types of urinary catheters:
Indwelling or Foley catheters
Indwelling catheters can be inserted two ways: via the urethra (indwelling urethral catheters) or a small hole in the abdomen (indwelling suprapubic catheters)
Short-term or intermittent catheters
External or condom catheters
Read our guide to learn more about the different types of urinary catheters.