McKesson Urethral Catheter Coude Tip Uncoated PVC 18 Fr. 16 Inch, 30/BX

Urethral Catheter Coude Tip Uncoated PVC 18 Fr. 16 Inch, 30/BX

This urethral coude tip intermittent catheter is a sterile, uncoated PVC catheter for intermittent catheterization. It can be a practical choice for adult users who need help draining urine through the urethra, especially when navigating tight strictures or certain obstructions is a concern. This version has an 18 Fr. size, 16 inch length, and a curved coude tip with orientation aids to support accurate placement.

Good Fit For

• Intermittent self-catheterization
• Adult users who cannot promote a natural urine flow
• Adult users with significant residual urine after bladder voiding
• Situations where a coude tip may help pass a tight spot

Key Features

• Coude tip with a short, strong curve helps navigate through tight strictures
• Uncoated clear PVC construction supports quick and easy self-catheterization
• Staggered eyes are designed for maximum urine flow
• Polished eyes help minimize urethral trauma and reduce the risk of bringing bacteria into the bladder
• Raised ridge on the funnel and blue guide stripe help orient the curved tip upward
• Sterile, individually packaged, single-use catheter for straightforward handling

Applications and Usage

• Intermittent catheterization of the urethra to drain urine from the bladder
• Self-catheterization when natural urine flow is not possible
• Managing residual urine following a natural bladder-voiding episode
• Use where a curved catheter tip is preferred for navigating urethral obstruction or tight strictures

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 16 Inch.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This is a coude tip catheter, so buyers should confirm that a curved-tip style is appropriate for the user.
• The catheter is uncoated, which may matter for buyers comparing coated and non-coated options.
• This product is intended for single, sterile use.

FAQ

• What type of catheter is this? This is an intermittent urethral catheter with a coude tip. It is made from uncoated PVC and intended to drain urine by reaching the bladder through the urethra.
• When is a coude tip catheter typically chosen? A coude tip catheter is often chosen when a curved tip may help navigate tight strictures or other obstructions. The short, strong curve is intended to help the catheter pass a tight spot more easily.
• What size is this catheter? This catheter is 18 Fr. and 16 inch long.
• Is this catheter sterile and single use? Yes. Each catheter is individually packaged for single, sterile use.
• Are there features that help with orientation and handling? Yes. The catheter has a raised ridge on the funnel and a blue guide stripe on the shaft to help orient the curved tip upward, plus a ridged funnel for grip and easier handling.

From McKesson.