{"product_id":"medline-selectsilicone-2-way-foley-catheter-16fr-10cc","title":"Foley Catheter Medline SelectSilicone Foley 2-Way","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Medline SelectSilicone 2-Way Foley Catheter is a sterile indwelling \u003cbr\u003eurinary catheter designed for medium to long-term catheterization. Made \u003cbr\u003efrom 100% silicone rather than latex or latex-coated materials, this \u003cbr\u003ecatheter is ideal for patients with latex allergies, sensitivities, or \u003cbr\u003ethose requiring extended catheter use where silicone offers significant \u003cbr\u003eadvantages over latex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2-way design includes one channel for urine drainage and a second \u003cbr\u003echannel for balloon inflation. Once inserted, the 10 cc balloon is \u003cbr\u003einflated with sterile water to hold the catheter securely in the \u003cbr\u003ebladder. The catheter connects to a standard urinary drainage bag or \u003cbr\u003enight bag for continuous urine collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy 100% Silicone Matters:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilicone catheters offer significant clinical advantages over latex \u003cbr\u003eoptions. Silicone resists encrustation from urinary salts, which means \u003cbr\u003ethe catheter stays clearer longer between changes. The material also \u003cbr\u003eallows for larger internal drainage diameter compared to latex \u003cbr\u003ecatheters of the same French size, which reduces blockage risk during \u003cbr\u003eextended use. For patients requiring long-term catheterization, \u003cbr\u003esilicone catheters can typically stay in place for up to 4-12 weeks \u003cbr\u003edepending on the clinical situation, compared to shorter recommended \u003cbr\u003ewear times for latex catheters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% silicone construction is also the correct choice for any patient \u003cbr\u003ewith confirmed or suspected latex allergy. Even \"silicone-coated\" latex \u003cbr\u003ecatheters can trigger allergic reactions in sensitive patients — the \u003cbr\u003eMedline SelectSilicone contains no latex materials whatsoever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho Uses This Catheter:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis catheter is used by home care nurses managing patients with \u003cbr\u003elong-term catheterization needs. Patients with urinary retention, \u003cbr\u003epost-surgical catheter needs, neurogenic bladder, palliative care \u003cbr\u003esituations, and other conditions requiring indwelling catheterization \u003cbr\u003ebenefit from the extended wear time. Home care nurses, hospice teams, \u003cbr\u003eand family caregivers trained in catheter care all use this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVancouver home care nurses frequently choose 100% silicone catheters \u003cbr\u003efor patients requiring extended catheter wear because it reduces the \u003cbr\u003enumber of catheter changes needed, which reduces trauma to the urethra \u003cbr\u003eand lowers infection risk from repeated insertions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 16 French (Fr) size refers to the catheter's outer diameter. \u003cbr\u003eFrench sizing measures approximately 0.33 mm per unit, making a 16 Fr \u003cbr\u003ecatheter about 5.3 mm in diameter. This is a common adult size \u003cbr\u003eappropriate for most adult male and female patients. Your healthcare \u003cbr\u003eprovider selects the French size based on patient anatomy, drainage \u003cbr\u003eneeds, and clinical situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 10 cc balloon capacity is the standard adult size for indwelling \u003cbr\u003ecatheters. The balloon is inflated with 10 cc of sterile water — \u003cbr\u003enever air, and never saline — after the catheter is properly \u003cbr\u003epositioned in the bladder. This size balloon secures the catheter \u003cbr\u003ewithout causing bladder irritation from oversized balloons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant Clinical Notes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoley catheters are a prescription medical device intended for use by \u003cbr\u003etrained healthcare professionals or trained caregivers. Improper \u003cbr\u003einsertion can cause urethral trauma, bladder damage, or serious \u003cbr\u003einfections. This product is not intended for self-catheterization or \u003cbr\u003efirst-time use without proper training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome care patients using indwelling catheters should have regular \u003cbr\u003efollow-up with their physician, urologist, or home care nursing team. \u003cbr\u003eAny signs of infection (fever, cloudy urine, foul odor, blood in \u003cbr\u003eurine, pain) require prompt medical evaluation. Catheter changes \u003cbr\u003eshould be performed by trained personnel using sterile technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable at Yaletown Medical Supplies. Visit our store at 1255 \u003cbr\u003ePacific Boulevard, Vancouver, BC for supplies. We serve home care \u003cbr\u003enurses, caregivers, and patients throughout the Vancouver area. Open \u003cbr\u003e7 days a week, except statutory holidays.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yaletown Medical Supplies","offers":[{"title":"16Fr - 10cc - DYND11502","offer_id":44827204255833,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14Fr - 10cc - DYND11501","offer_id":44827206385753,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/4924\/8601\/files\/medline-selectsilicone-foley-catheter-16fr-10cc-yaletown-vancouver.webp?v=1788478897","url":"https:\/\/yaletownmedical.ca\/products\/medline-selectsilicone-2-way-foley-catheter-16fr-10cc","provider":"Yaletown Medical Supplies | Vancouver","version":"1.0","type":"link"}