The Foley Catheter (18 Fr) from Lifecare Technology is a medical device designed for safe and effective urinary bladder drainage. This specific size (18 French) has an outer diameter of approximately 6.00 mm.
Key Product Specifications:
- Material: Often available as 100% silicone or silicone-coated latex to minimize tissue irritation and encrustation.
- Balloon Capacity: Typically comes with either a 5–10 cc or a 30 cc balloon, which is inflated after insertion to keep the catheter in place.
- Design: A 2-way catheter featuring a central channel for urine drainage and a side channel for balloon inflation.
- Features: Includes large, smooth “eyes” for drainage and a firm, bullet-shaped tip to ease insertion and maximize patient comfort.
