Catheter,Foley,CH18,ster,disp

General Description
Catheter, Foley, CH18, sterile, disposable

Technical Specifications
Urethral catheter with balloon: Foley catheter 2-way with nelaton tip.
Central channel for urinary drainage, straight rounded distal end with lateral eyes, proximal end with cup connector allowing catheter to be connected to urine bag.
Side channel for inflating balloon, ending by a non-return valve with Luer tip connector.
Diameter expressed in Charriere, French gauge.
Length expressed in cm.
Balloon capacity expressed in ml.
Colour code / external diameter visible on connector.

Material: Natural latex, silicone coated.
Size selected:
Diameter: CH18
Length: 30 - 40cm,
Balloon capacity: 5 – 15ml.
Single-use.
Sterile.
Initial sterilisation method: ethylene oxide gas.

Packaging and labelling
Primary packaging: Unit of use.
One (1) Foley catheter in an individual sterilised peel pack

Secondary packaging: Protected unit.
One (1) box of 10 Foley catheters.

Weight/Volume/Dimensions
Estimated weight: 0.030kg
Estimated volume: 0.237cdm

Instructions for use
Sterile urethral catheter with balloon, Foley catheter 2-way, designed to be introduced into the bladder cavity, to drain off urine, for medium /long term catheterization. When inserting a urethral catheter, use strict aseptic techniques.
If lubrication is necessary to help to introduce the catheter, the substance used must not cause physical or chemical alterations to the catheter. If necessary, use sterile water.
The balloon should be inflated with water or physiological saline.

Conditions for stock
Avoid storage at extreme temperatures and humidity levels.
Single use material, supplied in sterile packaging.
Check the integrity of each unit before use.
Do not use if the packaging is damaged.

Safety process
The urethral catheter is for SINGLE USE only.
After use, collect and destroy by incineration in a controlled environment

Component of Kit(s): YES

S9901010 - IEHK2011,kit,suppl.3-renewable