Silicone Foley Catheter 2 Way Sterile Sizes 10 to 18 ensures smoother insertion and removal for patients requiring urinary catheterization, enhances patient comfort, and reduces urethral irritation.
Benefits of 2-Way Silicone Urinary Catheter
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Siliconized coating reduces surface friction to ensure smoother insertion and removal.
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Two-way design with a drainage lumen and a balloon inflation port for standard use.
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Dual polished drainage eyelets enhance steady urine flow and help reduce urethral irritation.
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The radiopaque line allows for X-ray visualization to confirm placement.
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Sterile, single-use design to prevent cross-contamination.
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Enhances patient comfort during insertion and removal procedures.
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Clear size markings simplify clinical workflow.
What is a Silicone Foley Catheter Used for?
Ideal for patients requiring:
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Short to medium-term bladder drainage (typically up to 30 days).
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Urinary management following abdominal, pelvic, or urological surgery.
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Accurate monitoring of urine output in critical care or perioperative settings.
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Bladder decompression due to urinary retention or obstruction.
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Patients unable to urinate independently.
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Medication installation or bladder irrigation procedures.
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Routine catheterization.
Instructions for using a Silicone Urinary Catheter
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Clean hands thoroughly.
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Position the patient appropriately for catheter insertion.
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Open the sterile catheter tray and establish a sterile field.
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Don sterile gloves using aseptic technique.
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Clean the urethral meatus with an antiseptic solution according to protocol.
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Apply a generous amount of sterile water-based lubricant to the catheter tip (12.5 - 17.5 cm for males, and 5 - 9 cm for females).
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Gently insert the catheter using the correct technique until urine flows.
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Advance the catheter an additional 2.5 - 5 cm to the hub to ensure the balloon is fully within the bladder.
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Inflate the retention balloon with 10 ml of sterile water (never use saline solution).
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Gently pull back on the catheter until resistance is felt, confirming balloon engagement at the bladder neck.