Optimum Medical Ugo Fix 3006 User manual

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USER GUIDE

UGO FIX SLEEVE | USER GUIDE
OM Code PIP Code Colour Code Product Description Inner Box
3005 394-0178 Yellow Ugo Fix Sleeve small (24cm – 39cm) Box of 4
3006 394-0160 Blue Ugo Fix Sleeve medium (36cm – 55cm) Box of 4
3007 394-0152 Brown Ugo Fix Sleeve Large (40cm – 70cm) Box of 4
3008 394-0145 Green Ugo Fix Sleeve Extra Large (65cm – 90cm) Box of 4
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To order the Ugo Fix Sleeve please speak to your nurse
or doctor and refer to the information below.
Alternatively you can call [phone] or email
[email protected].uk for more information
about how to order.
ORDERING INFORMATION
CONTENTS
Introduction
Benefits of using a Ugo Fix Sleeve
Selecting the correct size of Ugo Fix Sleeve
How to position your Ugo Fix Sleeve
How to care for your Ugo Fix Sleeve
Your notes
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Durable, comfortable and extra supportive. The Ugo Fix Sleeve
provides secure and reliable leg bag xation.

INTRODUCTION
The Ugo Fix Sleeve has been prescribed for you by a
healthcare professional following a bladder and catheter
assessment. It’s important that you use your sleeve
as instructed by your nurse or doctor as part of your
ongoing catheter management plan.
The Ugo Fix Sleeve is a medical device purpose
designed for the eective support and xation of urinary
leg bags. The Ugo Fix Sleeve can be used to support
leg bags attached to suprapubic catheters, urethral
catheters and male urinary sheath systems.
Only use the Ugo Fix Sleeve if it has been prescribed for
you by a healthcare professional and you (or your carer)
have the ability to t and change it at regular intervals.
This booklet will inform you about the benets of the
Ugo Fix Sleeve and also includes detailed instructions
as to how the sleeve can be used and cared for.
No need to disconnect leg bag
from catheter when changing sleeve
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The Ugo Fix Sleeve is purpose designed to support the
weight of your urinary leg bag allowing it to ll discreetly
and comfortably. This reduces the risk of your catheter
pulling which can cause discomfort at the bladder neck and
within the urethra.
The Ugo Fix Sleeve is easy to t and comfortable to wear.
The graduated lines of concentrated elastane oer support
and controlled expansion of the bag, ensuring even
distribution of urine and reduced noise when lling.
The Ugo Fix Sleeve benets from an external seam to
protect your skin and increase comfort.
The hypoallergenic Ugo Fix Sleeve is reusable and
washable. It’s supplied in boxes of 4 to assist with your daily
wash and wear cycle.
BENEFITS OF USING A
UGO FIX SLEEVE
To maintain the optimum
performance of the Ugo Fix
Sleeve, we recommend you
wash the sleeve in a laundry bag.
To assist with this we provide a
laundry bag in each box.
SELECTING THE CORRECT
SIZE OF UGO FIX SLEEVE
The Ugo Fix Sleeve can be worn on your thigh or calf. The
position you secure your leg bag will depend on the length
of your catheter and leg bag tubing, your leg bag volume
and your level of mobility. Ask your nurse or doctor if you
are unsure where the best position is.
Using a measuring tape (Ugo Fix disposable and reusable
tapes are available) measure around your thigh or calf at
the position you intend to wear your Ugo Fix Sleeve.
Select the correct size using the table below as a guide.
OM Code PIP Code Colour Code Product Description Inner Box
3005 394-0178 Yellow Ugo Fix Sleeve small (24cm – 39cm) Box of 4
3006 394-0160 Blue Ugo Fix Sleeve medium (36cm – 55cm) Box of 4
3007 394-0152 Brown Ugo Fix Sleeve Large (40cm – 70cm) Box of 4
3008 394-0145 Green Ugo Fix Sleeve Extra Large (65cm – 90cm) Box of 4
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HOW TO POSITION YOUR
UGO FIX SLEEVE
Pull the Ugo Fix Sleeve over your foot and position on your
thigh or calf. Ensure the coloured strip is at the top and on the
outside of the sleeve, and that the sleeve is facing forwards.
Slide your leg bag into the front pouch through the opening at
the top. Do not disconnect your leg bag from your catheter to
t your Ugo Fix Sleeve.
Push the drainage tap from your leg bag through the hole
at the bottom of the sleeve. Adjust your Ugo Fix Sleeve to
ensure optimum drainage and comfort.
You can now empty your leg bag without removing it from
the Ugo Fix Sleeve.
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HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR
UGO FIX SLEEVE
Always wash and dry your hands before and after
handling your catheter and leg bag tubing. If someone
else is handling your catheter and leg bag tubing, they
must wash and dry their hands and apply a clean pair of
gloves on every occasion to avoid cross infection.
Do not disconnect your leg bag during tting of the
Ugo Fix Sleeve. It’s designed specically to allow tting
without disconnecting the system. Disconnecting the
system unnecessarily increases your risk of introducing
infection.
We recommend that you change your Ugo Fix Sleeve
daily along with your catheter hygiene regime. Only
change sooner if it’s damaged or soiled.
It’s important that you check your skin under the sleeve
regularly and your sleeve is not too tight.
It’s important that you do not let your catheter or leg bag
hang down unsupported as this will cause discomfort
and may cause trauma to your bladder or urethra. Always
support the weight of your catheter and/or leg bag
when tting your Ugo Fix Sleeve.
The Ugo Fix Sleeve is not waterproof however you can
still bathe and shower when wearing it. Replace the wet
sleeve with a clean dry one afterwards.
To maintain optimum performance of the
Ugo Fix Sleeve we recommend that you wash the
sleeve in the laundry bag provided or by hand.
Replace your box of sleeves when the elasticity and
support is reduced from washing and stretching. This is
usually 25-30 washes in a domestic machine following
the washing instructions provided.
We recommend that you remove the Ugo Fix Sleeve
at bedtime and follow your usual overnight drainage
regime as recommended by your nurse or doctor.
Always makes sure you have a spare, clean
Ugo Fix Sleeve. For further supplies please contact
your nurse or doctor. Please refer to ordering
information at the front of this booklet. Alternatively
you can email [email protected]o.uk or call
[phone] for more information about
how to order.
If you are concerned that your catheter is not draining
urine or you are in discomfort then contact your nurse
or doctor immediately.
If you use a larger volume leg bag (750ml) or are
physically active you may require additional xation
and support. You may benet from using your
Ugo Fix Sleeve along with the Ugo Fix Catheter Strap.
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To nd out more about the Ugo Fix Sleeve please contact:
[email protected].uk
For those who need to have a catheter tted, we understand the
big issue is condence – the condence to do all the things you’re
used to doing.
As specialists in urology products, we’ve spent a lot of time
listening to you, and developing products that oer performance,
comfort and instil that all-important condence.
Or you can nd out more about
all of our products including the
Ugo Fix Catheter Strap and
Ugo Fix Gentle here:
www.optimummedical.co.uk
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