Useful tips

What is a Bardex catheter?

What is a Bardex catheter?

Foley Catheter. The BARDEX® I.C. anti-infective latex Foley catheter is clinically proven to reduce catheter-associated urinary tract infections. Incorporating a technologically-advanced formulation consisting of BARD® hydrogel and BACTI-GUARD®* silver alloy coating, the BARDEX® I.C.

How do you insert a coude catheter?

Coudé Tip Catheter Insertion Instructions

  1. Lubricate the catheter with a sterile, water-soluble lubricant.
  2. Hold the catheter in one hand and your penis in the other, holding it 45 degrees away from your stomach.
  3. Slowly insert the catheter into your urethra.
  4. Once urine begins to flow, slowly insert the catheter further.

What sizes do coude catheters come in?

What sizes do they come in? Coude tip catheters range in sizes from an 8Fr to 18 Fr. The smallest size starts at an 8 French and the largest sizes go up to 18 french. Your doctor will decide what size is right for you.

Is there a 3 way coude catheter?

Bardex Lubricath Hematuria Latex 3-Way Foley Catheter, Coude Tip, 24 Fr, 30cc used for Post-TURP hemostasis. The shaft of the catheter is reinforced w… Standard manufacturer terms and conditions apply for warranty of this product.

What kind of Foley catheter is Bardex silver coated?

Bardex IC Silver Coated Infection Control Foley Catheters 2-Way, manufactured by Bard, are specially designed infection control catheters (IC).

How does Bardex IC treat urinary tract infections?

BARDEX IC anti-infective latex Foley catheter is clinically proven to reduce catheter-associated urinary tract infections Incorporates technologically-advanced formulation consisting of BACTI-GUARD silver alloy coating and BARD hydrogel to dramatically reduce bacterial adherence and minimize biofilm formation

Which is the best latex catheter for urinary tract infections?

These Silver Coated Catheters are latex catheters coated with a BACTI-GUARD silver alloy and lubricated with hydrogel. Infection Control Catheters reduce the need for antibiotics during catheterization. Perfectly balanced silver alloy. Clinically Proven to reduce the number of Urinary tract infections.