McKesson Urethral Catheter Coude Tip Uncoated PVC 12 Fr. 16 Inch

Urethral Catheter Coude Tip Uncoated PVC 12 Fr. 16 Inch

This urethral catheter is a sterile intermittent catheter with a coude tip and uncoated PVC construction. It is intended for intermittent catheterization of the urethra and may be a fit for adults who need quick, easy self-catheterization, including situations involving tight strictures or obstruction. This version is 12 Fr. and 16 inch long, with polished staggered eyelets and orientation markings to help guide placement.

Good Fit For

• Intermittent self-catheterization
• Adult male patients with an enlarged prostate
• Female patients who have developed obstructions
• Facilities that want color-coded size identification

Key Features

• Coude tip with a short, strong curve helps navigate through tight strictures
• Uncoated clear PVC construction supports intermittent catheterization
• Polished staggered eyelets are designed for maximum urine flow while helping minimize urethral trauma
• Raised ridge on the funnel and blue guide stripe help orient the curved tip upward
• Flexible ridged funnel improves grip and handling during use
• Sterile, single-use catheter in color-coded packaging for easier French size identification

Applications and Usage

• Intermittent catheterization of the urethra when natural urine flow cannot be promoted
• Draining the bladder when significant residual urine remains after natural voiding
• Navigating tight strictures or obstructions during catheterization

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: CS.
• Size: 16 Inch.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• Single-use disposable catheter
• The coude tip requires correct orientation; the blue guide stripe and raised ridge are intended to help with placement
• This SKU is 12 Fr. and 16 inch, so buyers should confirm the required size before ordering
• Not made with DEHP, DINP, BPA, or natural rubber latex

FAQ

• Is this a straight tip or coude tip catheter? This catheter has a coude tip. The tapered curved tip is intended to help navigate through tight strictures or obstructions.
• What size is this catheter? This catheter is 12 Fr. and 16 inch long.
• Is this catheter sterile? Yes. Each catheter is individually packaged for single, sterile use.
• What material is the catheter made from? The catheter is made from clear polyvinyl chloride, or PVC, and it is non-coated.
• Does this catheter include orientation help for the coude tip? Yes. A raised ridge on the funnel and a blue guide stripe on the shaft help orient the catheter so the curved tip points upward.

From McKesson.