Hydrophilic Foley Catheter 2-Way Latex with Coudé Tip - Sterile 16 Fr

Professional Hydrophilic-Coated Latex Foley Catheter with Coudé Tip

Deliver superior patient comfort and clinical performance with this advanced hydrophilic-coated Foley catheter, specifically engineered for urological catheterization procedures requiring enhanced insertion ease and reduced tissue trauma. This retention-type urological catheter combines premium silicone-coated natural latex construction with a sophisticated lubricious hydrophilic coating, providing healthcare professionals with a reliable solution for both short-term and intermediate-duration bladder drainage applications.

Key Features & Benefits

• Advanced Hydrophilic Coating: Proprietary lubricious hydrophilic surface technology activates upon contact with water or bodily fluids, creating an ultra-smooth gliding layer that significantly reduces friction during catheter insertion, minimizes urethral trauma, and enhances patient comfort throughout the catheterization procedure
• Specialized Coudé Tip Design: Firm, curved catheter tip engineered to navigate anatomical obstructions and facilitate easier passage through the male urethra, particularly beneficial for patients with enlarged prostates, urethral strictures, or other anatomical challenges that complicate standard catheterization techniques
• Color-Coded Identification System: Distinctive orange tube design provides instant visual identification of 16 French catheter size, streamlining clinical workflows, reducing selection errors, and ensuring accurate documentation in fast-paced healthcare environments
• Optimized Drainage Eyes: Large, symmetrically-placed oval drainage eyes feature smooth beveled edges that maximize urine flow rates while minimizing the risk of tissue ingrowth, bladder wall irritation, and drainage obstruction during extended catheterization periods
• Reliable Balloon Retention System: Symmetrical 5cc retention balloon inflates uniformly with sterile water to create a secure, tight seal at the bladder neck, preventing catheter migration or accidental dislodgement while maintaining patient comfort and catheter stability throughout the drainage period
• Dual-Lumen Two-Way Design: Flexible catheter tube incorporates two separated internal channels running the full length: (1) open-ended drainage lumen for continuous urine flow into collection bag, (2) inflation lumen with external valve for controlled balloon inflation and deflation at the catheter tip
• Premium Silicone-Coated Latex: High-quality natural latex material enhanced with silicone coating provides optimal balance of flexibility, durability, and biocompatibility, ensuring smooth insertion, comfortable indwelling wear, and reliable long-term performance in clinical applications
• Safety-Conscious Manufacturing: Produced without DEHP (Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate) and BPA (Bisphenol A), reducing exposure to potentially harmful plasticizers while maintaining superior catheter performance and material integrity throughout the product lifecycle
• Sterile Single-Use Packaging: Each catheter individually wrapped in sterile packaging to maintain aseptic conditions, prevent cross-contamination, and ensure immediate readiness for clinical use in compliance with infection control protocols

Clinical Applications

Ideal for acute care hospitals, surgical centers, long-term care facilities, urology clinics, and home healthcare settings. This catheter supports a wide range of urological procedures including post-operative bladder drainage, urinary retention management, accurate urine output monitoring in critically ill patients, bladder irrigation protocols, and diagnostic urological assessments requiring precise urine collection.

Enhanced Patient Comfort

The hydrophilic coating technology represents a significant advancement in catheter design, dramatically reducing the discomfort traditionally associated with urethral catheterization. By creating an exceptionally smooth, well-lubricated surface, this coating minimizes friction-related pain during insertion and reduces ongoing irritation during indwelling catheterization, supporting improved patient tolerance and satisfaction.

Clinical Performance Advantages

Healthcare professionals benefit from the coudé tip's superior navigational capabilities when encountering anatomical challenges, the color-coded sizing system that accelerates proper catheter selection, and the large drainage eyes that maintain consistent flow rates even in the presence of sediment or debris. The symmetrical balloon design ensures predictable inflation characteristics and reliable retention without excessive pressure on bladder tissues.

Infection Control & Safety

Manufactured to rigorous medical-grade standards with sterile single-use design to minimize catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) risks. The smooth hydrophilic surface reduces bacterial adhesion potential, while the DEHP-free and BPA-free construction aligns with modern healthcare safety protocols and patient protection standards.

Important Safety Information

This product contains natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions in latex-sensitive individuals. Healthcare providers should assess patient latex allergy history before use and select appropriate latex-free alternatives when indicated.

Technical Specifications: 16 French catheter size | 2-way dual-lumen design | Coudé tip configuration | 5cc balloon capacity | Hydrophilic-coated | Silicone-coated natural latex | Orange color-coded tube | Sterile single-use | DEHP-free | BPA-free | Contains natural rubber latex