Rusch Soft Simplastic Couvelaire Tip 3-Way Foley Catheter - 30cc Balloon Capacity

Features of Soft Simplastic Couvelaire Tip 3-Way Foley Catheter

• Catheter has a specially designed Couvelaire tip that is angled and tapered to minimize trauma during insertion, reducing discomfort for the patient
• The tip is also soft and flexible, making it easier to navigate the catheter through the urethra
• It has a 30cc balloon capacity, which is used to anchor the catheter in place once it is inserted into the bladder
• Designed to provide a comfortable and effective solution for patients who require bladder drainage, irrigation, or medication delivery
• The catheter has a radiopaque stripe, which allows for easy visualization during X-rays or other imaging tests

How do Foley Catheters work?

An Indwelling Foley catheter is inserted into the bladder, held in place through a balloon placed in the bladder, and then inflated by injecting sterile water into it. One end of the indwelling catheter inserted into the bladder has the balloon at its tip, while the other has three channels/lumens. One connects to a urinary drainage bag, while the other has a valve attached. Through this, sterile water is injected to inflate the balloon. The balloon remains inside the bladder and prevents the catheter from slipping out of the body.

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How to insert Simplastic Catheter?

• Maintain sterility throughout the procedure of Foley catheterization.
• Put on gloves and clean the perineal area.
• After cleaning the perineal area, dip cotton in the povidone-iodine solution and gently apply it to the urinary opening in a circular motion.
• Apply some lubricant to the catheter tip and then insert it.
• Insert the catheter until its near end is reached to ensure it has entered the urinary bladder.
• Once the urine starts flowing out, you can be sure that the catheter is inside the bladder.
• Now the balloon can be inflated to prevent the accidental removal of the Foley catheter.
• Do not insert the catheter into a spastic urinary opening or an erect penis. Doing so can cause trauma after insertion. Deep breathing can help in relaxing muscles.
• To inflate the balloon, inject sterile water into the injection port. It is usually recommended to fill the 30cc balloon with 30-35cc of sterile water.
• Pull the catheter gently to check if the balloon is inflated.
• Attach the other end of the Foley catheter to the urine bag.

How to remove?

• Removing the Foley indwelling catheter is way easier than inserting it.
• You just need to aspirate the sterile water from the injection port.
• While putting negative pressure, make sure that the lumen of the catheter from where the port comes out gets thinner. This indicates that the balloon is deflated. An improperly deflated balloon can cause trauma to the urethral passage.
• Ensure that the volume of sterile water injected equals the volume of sterile water you get after aspirating.
• Slowly pull the catheter away from the urinary opening.
• After removal, check for blood, urine crystals, or pus on the tip of the catheter, as this may be an indication of a problem like bleeding, stones, or infection.
• Discard the catheter and the urinary drainage bag.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the catheter inserted into the bladder?

The catheter is inserted into the bladder through the urethra. Before insertion, the area is cleaned and sterilized, and a lubricating gel may be used to make insertion easier and more comfortable for the patient.

How long can the catheter be left in place?

The duration of catheterization varies depending on the patient's medical condition and needs. Some patients require short-term catheterization, while others may need long-term catheterization. It is important to follow the healthcare provider's instructions for catheter care and maintenance.

How is the balloon inflated?

The balloon is inflated with sterile water or saline solution. A syringe is used to inject the fluid into the balloon port on the catheter.

How often should the catheter be irrigated?

The frequency of catheter irrigation depends on the patient's medical condition and needs. Some patients may require regular irrigation to prevent blockages or infections, while others may not need it as frequently.

How is the catheter removed?

The catheter is removed by deflating the balloon and gently pulling the catheter out through the urethra. It is important to follow proper catheter removal techniques to minimize discomfort and reduce the risk of complications.

Is the catheter reusable?

No, the Rusch Soft Simplastic Couvelaire Tip 3-Way Foley Catheter is a single-use device and should be disposed of after each use.