Indwelling Catheters
- Made of medical grade silicone
- Triple lumen
- 40 cm long
- 30 ml ball volume
- Sterile shelf life: 5 years
- Made from medical grade silicone
- 40 cm long
- Balloon volume: 5-15 ml
- Dual lumen
- Can be used for up to 6 weeks
- Made of medical grade silicone
- With radiopaque stripe
- 40 cm long
- Balloon volume: 30 ml
- Can be used for up to 6 weeks
- Made from medical grade silicone
- Dual lumen
- 40 cm long
- With radiopaque stripe
- Sterile shelf life: 5 years
- Made of siliconised latex
- Triple lumen
- 40 cm long
- Can be used for up to 5 days
- For drainage, irrigation and cleaning
- Made of siliconised latex
- Dual lumen
- 30 cm long
- With stylet
- Dwell time: up to 5 days
- Made of siliconised latex
- Dual lumen
- 40 cm long
- Sterile shelf life 5 years
- Balloon volume: 30 ml
- Balloon volume: 5-10 ml
- Dual lumen
- 40 cm long
- Sterile shelf life 5 years
- For men with difficult urethral passage
Indwelling Catheters - Bladder Catheters for the Urethrae
Urethral catheters drain urine from your bladder into a drainage bag outside your body. Transurethral indwelling catheters are placed in the bladder via the urethrae and redirect urine (as opposed to a suprapubic catheter which is inserted through a hole in the abdomen and then directly into the bladder). Common reasons for catheter use are after a surgery with subsequent bedrest or for catheterisation of patients with longer lasting urinary incontinence. Other situations that call for indwelling urinary catheters are severe urinary tract infections, long-term derivation for permanent urinary incontinence or urinary retention. Indwelling urinary catheters are ideal for long-term use as they can remain in the urethra for several weeks before they need to be replaced.
Different Types of Urinary Catheters
Depending on the patient’s condition and the intended diagnostic or therapeutic purpose, medical professionals can select the appropriate urinary catheter to ensure optimal treatment and patient comfort.
Indwelling Catheters in Various Sizes & Types
The size of indwelling catheters is measured in Charrière (CH). For men, sizes typically range from CH 16–20, for women CH 12–14, and for children CH 6–10. In addition to adult catheters, we also offer children’s catheters in latex and silicone. Indwelling catheters can be made of silicone or silicone-coated latex, and their dwell time varies depending on the material, so selection should always be based on the intended use.
Latex Catheters
Modern latex catheters are usually silicone-coated and can be used safely except in cases of known latex allergy. They offer cost advantages over more expensive medical silicone catheters, though their dwell time is shorter. Latex catheters are ideal for postoperative, short-term transurethral urine drainage. We offer latex catheters in various designs at competitive prices.
Silicone Catheters
While silicone catheters are more expensive than silicone-coated latex catheters, they provide a significantly longer dwell time of several weeks. The high-quality material reduces the risk of allergic reactions and irritation, resulting in fewer complications. Silicone balloon catheters are recommended for long-term catheterisation.
Buy Indwelling Catheters at Praxisdienst
In our online shop, you can purchase catheters, catheter sets, and compatible sterile accessories for indwelling catheter care, such as urine bags that can be added easily to your order. In the Laboratory Supplies section, you’ll find additional consumables such as urine bags and catheters, along with other laboratory equipment like urine tests.
To help prevent urinary tract infections and ensure optimal catheter care, we also offer a wide selection of disinfectants.
If you would like to purchase indwelling catheters or need assistance with your order, our friendly service team is always available to help via online contact form, phone, or live chat.