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- Weight: 0.85 lb
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Bard Medical
Ships from MFI Medical
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MPN: 33418
- Phone: (877) 232-8995
Frequently asked questions
Is a good range of French sizes available?
Yes, the Bard Silastic Foley Catheter is available in a wide range of French (FR) sizes to meet diverse clinical needs, supporting various patient requirements.
The available sizes are:
- 14 FR
- 16 FR
- 18 FR (This size is available in specialty 5 cc and standard 30 cc balloon capacities.)
- 20 FR
- 22 FR
- 24 FR
All variants are packaged conveniently in cases of 10 units (10/cs).
Does the catheter feature quality silicone-coated latex construction?
Yes, the Bard Silastic Foley Catheter features a durable silicone-coated latex construction. This material choice is key to providing the necessary flexibility and surface properties required for medical applications. Both the standard and specialty configurations utilize this material. * Material Composition: Silicone-Coated, Latex* Configurations: Used across all available French sizes (14 FR to 24 FR) and balloon capacities (5 cc and 30 cc).
Are versatile balloon sizes offered?
Yes, the Bard Medical Bard Silastic Foley Catheter offers versatile balloon size options. It is available with both 5cc and 30cc balloons to meet diverse patient needs.
How many catheters are included in each case?
Each case of Bard Medical Bard Silastic® Foley Catheters contains 10 individual catheters.
What specialized tip designs are offered?
The Bard Silastic Foley Catheter features two specialized 2-Way tip configurations, ensuring effective urinary drainage:
- Standard Round Tip: This conventional design is utilized in certain variants, such as the 18 FR size with a 30 cc balloon capacity.
- Specialty Round Tip with Two Opposing Drainage Eyes: This advanced design is built to optimize flow by incorporating two strategically placed opposing drainage eyes. This tip is generally offered across all French sizes (14 FR through 24 FR) and uses a 5 cc balloon.
Are these catheters factory new?
Yes, all Bard Medical Bard Silastic Foley Catheters are factory new, ensuring the highest standards of hygiene and optimal performance. This condition guarantees they are ready for use.
Is the catheter made from high-quality materials?
Yes, the Bard Silastic Foley Catheter is made from specialized materials designed for clinical reliability and performance.
Key features include:
- Silastic Construction: The catheters are constructed from silicone-coated latex. This specialized coating ensures the necessary material specification and flexibility required for use.
- Condition: All variants are guaranteed to be in Factory New condition, ensuring product integrity for medical applications.
The catheters are 2-Way configurations, available in French sizes ranging from 14 FR up to 24 FR, with options for 5 cc or 30 cc balloon volumes.
Does the Bard Silastic catheter use a 2-way design?
Yes, all configurations of the Bard Silastic Foley Catheter utilize a standard 2-Way design.
This design features two distinct channels (lumens) necessary for proper function:
- Drainage: One channel is dedicated to the effective drainage of urine.
- Inflation: The second channel is used to inflate and deflate the retention balloon, which is crucial for securing the catheter in position. The available balloon volumes are either 5 cc or 30 cc, depending on the specific variant selected.
Does the catheter feature a silicone coating?
Yes, the Bard Silastic Foley Catheter is constructed with a silicone-coated material suitable for specialized clinical use.
Here are the details regarding its composition:
- Material Base: The catheter is primarily made from latex.
- Outer Layer: It features a specialized silicone coating, which is consistent across all variants in the Silastic line.
- Benefit: This Silicone-Coated Latex construction provides the necessary flexibility and material specification required for Foley catheter applications.
Are these quality catheters silicone-coated?
Yes, these are Bard Silastic® Foley Catheters, which feature a specialized silicone-coated latex construction.
This material composition is a key feature and selling point:
- Silicone-Coated Latex: The body is made from latex that has been treated with a silicone coating (referred to as Silastic).
- Benefit: This construction ensures the necessary flexibility and material specification required for safe and effective Foley catheter use in clinical settings.