Description
Designed for pediatric patients, this catheter offers a specialized solution for intermittent bladder catheterization. Its straight, rounded tip ensures minimal discomfort during insertion, making it suitable for use in various settings such as hospitals, clinics, and homes.
Key Features
- Smooth Insertion: The Nelaton tip is crafted to reduce irritation, providing a more comfortable experience for young patients.
- Efficient Drainage: Equipped with heat-polished lateral eyelets, the catheter facilitates effective urine flow while enhancing patient comfort.
- Aseptic Handling: A blue-colored polyethylene sleeve aids in maintaining sterility, supporting proper aseptic techniques during use.
Material and Design
- High-Quality Materials: Available in medical-grade silicone or PVC, the catheter is both latex-free and DEHP-free, ensuring safety and compatibility.
- Optional Coatings: Some variants include a hydrophilic coating or a siliconized surface to further ease insertion.
- Size Variability: Offered in French sizes 6Fr to 12Fr, with lengths of 25 cm or 30 cm, accommodating different needs.
Additional Specifications
- Color Coding: Facilitates easy size identification.
- Leur End Compatibility: Designed without a connector, allowing integration with various medical devices.
- Sterilization: Each catheter is EO sterilized, providing a reliable sterile product with a shelf life of 3 to 5 years.
Usage Guidelines
- Single Use: Intended strictly for single use; re-sterilization or reuse is not recommended.
- Storage Conditions: Should be stored away from extreme temperatures and direct sunlight.
- Professional Use: Recommended for use by trained individuals, employing the smallest appropriate size to minimize trauma.
Packaging and Availability
- Packaging Options: Available individually or in boxes, typically containing 30 or 50 units.
- Integrity Assurance: Users are advised to discard the catheter if the packaging is compromised.
Compliance and Manufacturer
- Standards Compliance: Adheres to relevant medical device standards, ensuring quality and reliability.
- Manufactured by Coloplast: Known for producing high-quality medical devices, providing trust and assurance in each product variant.