Silicone-elastomer coated latex Foley catheter is made from a hydrophobic material that rejects moisture. The silicone-elastomer coating provides protection against urethral irritation.
Sterile foley cath has 2 opposing eyelets, balloon inflates to 30cc.
Silicone-elastomer coated latex Foley catheter is made from a hydrophobic material that rejects moisture. The silicone-elastomer coating provides protection against urethral irritation. Bulb inflates to 30cc with saline solution.
Features: • Medium Length 2-way catheter with 2 Opposing Eyes • Single Use • Sterile
The function of the core material is to create a hose with a cavity that can drain the urine. Indwelling catheters are available in several different materials. Today latex and silicone are the most commonly used materials. Each have pros and cons and it is important to choose the right material for each individual patient. Silicone is a firmer material than latex, and allows for a larger inner lumen while keeping the outer diameter the same size.
Latex is a very soft and flexible material, providing comfort for the patient. It should always be coated with a protective layer as latex otherwise can cause tissue irritation.
There are different coatings on the core catheter material available on the market today. They might serve different purposes: to either protect the patient against the core latex material, to ease handling and provide more comfort, or to protect against infections.
Latex catheters can be coated with a thin layer of silicone or teflon to protect the patient’s tissue against latex.
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