McKesson Urethral Catheter Straight Tip Uncoated PVC 18 Fr. 6 Inch

Urethral Catheter Straight Tip Uncoated PVC 18 Fr. 6 Inch

This urethral catheter is a straight tip, uncoated PVC intermittent catheter in 18 Fr. and 6 inch length. It is intended for intermittent catheterization of the urethra, including self-catheterization, and may also be used to obtain urine samples for hospital or laboratory analysis. Buyers looking for a sterile, single-use option may appreciate the polished staggered eyelets, flexible ridged funnel end, and clear size identification.

Good Fit For

• Adult women's intermittent catheterization
• Self-catheterization when a straight design is preferred
• Urine sample collection for hospital or laboratory analysis
• Facilities that want color-coded size identification

Key Features

• Straight tip intermittent catheter for urethral catheterization
• Uncoated clear PVC construction for a familiar non-hydrophilic format
• 18 Fr. size and 6 inch length for adult women's use
• Polished staggered eyelets support urine flow while helping minimize urethral trauma
• Flexible ridged funnel end helps with grip and handling during catheterization
• Individually packaged sterile catheter for single use

Applications and Usage

• Intermittent urethral catheterization for individuals unable to promote natural urine flow
• Bladder drainage when significant residual urine remains after natural voiding
• Routine self-catheterization for chronic bladder problems
• Collecting urine samples for hospital or laboratory analysis

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 6 Inch.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This catheter is single use and individually packaged sterile.
• The product uses a straight tip design rather than a coude tip.
• This is a non-hydrophilic, uncoated catheter.
• The 6 inch length and women's designation should be reviewed against your protocol and patient needs.

FAQ

• Is this catheter intended for intermittent use? Yes. This is an intermittent urethral catheter made for intermittent catheterization.
• Is the catheter coated or hydrophilic? No. This catheter is uncoated PVC and non-hydrophilic.
• What size is this catheter? This catheter is 18 Fr. and 6 inch long.
• Is this catheter sterile? Yes. Each catheter is individually packaged for single, sterile use.
• What handling features does this catheter have? The catheter has polished staggered eyelets and a flexible funnel end with a ridged design to help with grip and ease of handling.

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