Silicone urinary catheter 2‑way Standard Model 

Product Overview

Silicone urinary catheter 2‑way Standard Model Child Model 6‑10Fr 3‑5ML is single‑use sterile 2‑way pediatric foley catheter specially engineered for children’s urethral anatomy. Manufactured from 100% medical‑grade pure silicone, it features dual‑lumen design: one lumen for urine drainage and another for balloon inflation. The balloon nominal capacity is 3‑5 ml, covering mainstream pediatric sizes 6Fr, 8Fr and 10Fr. EO gas sterilized and individually blister packed. It is widely used for short‑term and long‑term indwelling urethral catheterization in pediatric wards, operating rooms, pediatric ICU and emergency departments.

Key Advantages

High‑biocompatibility pure silicone, latex‑free to eliminate latex allergy risk. Soft and smooth shaft minimizes friction injury to children’s delicate urethral mucosa and reduces foreign‑body sensation for sensitive pediatric patients.

Symmetric small‑volume balloon of 3‑5 ml fits children’s bladder perfectly. Even inflation ensures stable anchoring inside bladder, lowering risks of displacement and urine leakage. Smooth transition between balloon and shaft reduces secondary trauma during insertion and removal.

Integrated radiopaque X‑ray line allows clear visualization under X‑ray examination, helping medical staff confirm catheter position and improve clinical safety.

Color‑coded hub for quick size identification to avoid clinical mis‑selection. Oversized lateral drainage holes guarantee smooth urine flow and reduce risk of blockage and encrustation.

Supports long‑term indwelling application with maximum recommended dwell time up to 28 days. It reduces repeated catheter‑related pain and urinary infection risk compared with latex catheters.

Material Comparison: Pure Silicone vs Latex / Silicone‑coated Latex

100% pure silicone (this product): Latex‑free, no allergic reaction. Anti‑encrustation surface, suitable for long‑term indwelling up to 28 days. Higher unit cost, first‑choice for pediatric patients.

Natural latex catheter: Good elasticity with low cost. High risk of latex allergy. Prone to salt encrustation. Recommended dwell time limited to 7‑10 days, for short‑term temporary use only, not for latex‑sensitive kids.

Silicone‑coated latex catheter: Latex base with thin silicone coating. Medium cost, but underlying latex still triggers allergy. Suggested indwelling time less than 2 weeks, not preferred for allergic children.

Specification Table

Intended Use & Target Users

Target users: Infants and children; priority for latex‑allergic pediatric patients. Application scope: Urine drainage during or after pediatric surgery, pediatric urinary retention, indwelling catheter for critically ill children, urological clinical procedures. For professional clinical usage by qualified medical personnel only.

FAQ 

Q: What is the maximum indwelling time for this pediatric catheter?

A: Pure silicone version can stay indwelling up to 28 days, subject to clinical doctor evaluation.

Q: Which age group fits 6‑10Fr sizes?

A: 6Fr for young infants; 8‑10Fr for older children. Doctors select size according to patient urethral condition.

Q: Must I fill the balloon to full 3‑5 ml?

A: Inflate with sterile water following clinical protocol; do not over‑inflate.

Q: Can I use normal saline for balloon inflation?

A: Sterile water is preferred. Saline may produce crystal deposit and cause difficult removal.

Q: Is this catheter latex‑free?

A: 100% pure silicone without latex, suitable for latex‑allergic children.

Q: Does it come in individual sterile packing?

A: Each unit is EO‑sterilized single blister pack, single‑use only, do not reuse.

Q: Is radiopaque line equipped?

A: Built‑in radiopaque strip for X‑ray position confirmation.

Q: Do you support neutral packing or OEM private label?

A: Neutral packing and OEM customization available, please confirm MOQ in advance.