Red Latex Urethral Foley Catheter Fr6-Fr30

Product Overview
 
Red Latex Urethral Foley Catheter Fr6-Fr30 is a sterile, single-use indwelling balloon urinary catheter, widely applied for short-term bladder urine drainage in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes and emergency operating rooms. Made of premium medical natural red latex with inflatable retention balloon, this foley catheter is EO sterilized and individually packed. The size range covers Fr6 to Fr30, meeting clinical requirements of pediatric, adolescent, adult male, adult female and elderly patients. As a standard urology, general surgery and gynecology consumable, this latex foley catheter balances flexibility, resilience and procurement budget, which makes it a preferred short-term indwelling urinary solution for medical institutions worldwide.

 
Product Advantages
 
High elastic red latex tube for smooth insertion Made of medical grade natural red latex with excellent flexible resilience. The tapered smooth rounded tip and polished drainage eyelets minimize urethral mucosal laceration during catheterization, reducing post-operation irritation and hematuria risk. The tube resists kinking and bending, ensuring continuous unobstructed urine drainage. Integrated balloon design for stable fixation and anti-dislodgement Built-in integrated latex balloon expands evenly after sterile water injection inside the bladder to lock catheter securely and prevent slipping or displacement. The balloon deflates smoothly without sharp folds to avoid bladder lining injury during removal. Multiple balloon volume options are available for different clinical applications. Full size range Fr6–Fr30 for simple size selection Complete specifications from pediatric Fr6 up to large bore Fr30 under standard French measurement system. Clear size marking printed on catheter shaft allows fast identification by clinical staff to select proper gauge according to patient age, gender and urethral condition. Individually sterile pouch, EO sterilization Single unit packed in peelable sterile blister pouch, 3-year shelf life. Easy tear packaging for fast clinical access. No bacterial contamination if package remains intact, convenient for bulk inventory. 2-way /3-way optional to satisfy diversified clinical needs 2-way version: one lumen for urine drainage, another for balloon inflation for standard short-term indwelling catheterization. The 3-way variant adds an irrigation lumen for continuous bladder irrigation, suitable for hematuria and post-prostate surgery cases. Cost-effective for bulk procurement Compared with 100% silicone foley catheters, red latex foley catheter delivers better cost performance, ideal for mass purchasing for routine ward, emergency and short post-op catheterization to cut medical facility consumable expenditure.
 
Specification Table
 

 
Application & Target Users
 
Main Applications Post-operative indwelling catheterization: empty bladder and monitor urine output after urological, gynecological, general and orthopedic surgery. Acute urinary retention: relieve retention for patients unable to void spontaneously due to BPH, neurogenic bladder. Intravesical medication installation: deliver therapeutic liquid directly into bladder for local treatment. Continuous bladder irrigation (3-way): flush blood clots for patients with bladder hemorrhage after prostate surgery. Nursing for critically ill, bedridden or unconscious patients for hourly urine monitoring.
 
Target Users Fr6~Fr10: infants, children, patients with narrow urethra Fr12~Fr16: teenagers, adult females, patients with urethral stricture Fr16~Fr22: routine indwelling for adult males Fr24~Fr30: high flow drainage for heavy blood clot retention
 
Contraindication: Patients with known natural latex allergy cannot use this catheter. Contraindicated for urethral rupture, severe acute urethritis and urethral perforation. Important Note: The catheter must be operated by professionally trained medical personnel. It is designed for short-term indwelling (≤7–14 days). 100% silicone catheter is recommended for long-term indwelling.
 
Material Comparison: Red Latex VS Full Silicone VS PVC Catheter Red Latex Foley Catheter (This product) Pros: Superior elasticity, soft texture, economical price, good compliance during insertion, full sizes, stable supply, reliable balloon expansion. Cons: Contains natural latex protein; forbidden for latex allergic patients. Limited indwelling duration; mineral encrustation and UTI risk rise for long-term placement. Opaque tube, cannot directly observe urine inside lumen. Recommended use: hospital emergency, short post-op indwelling, short-term bladder instillation. 100% Pure Silicone Foley Catheter Pros: Latex-free, excellent biocompatibility, smooth surface with strong anti-encrustation property. Allows 28–30 days indwelling for long-term bedridden patients; translucent shaft for urine observation. Cons: Less elastic than latex, higher price; balloon may leave slight fold after deflation and cause minor friction during removal. Recommended use: home long-term care, latex allergic patients, long-term ICU indwelling. PVC Catheter Pros: Lowest cost, latex-free. Cons: Stiffer material, causes pain and urethral injury during insertion. No retention balloon, only single lumen. Not for indwelling use, only for one-time intermittent catheterization. Recommended use: one-off temporary catheterization, urine sample collection, cannot stay inside bladder.
 
Why Choose Our Red Latex Urethral Foley Catheter Fr6-Fr30
① Complete size portfolio Fr6 to Fr30 covering pediatric to adult, one-stop procurement and reduce multi-SKU stocking pressure; ② Medical-grade red latex raw material with strict quality inspection, anti-burst balloon with low leakage rate to minimize clinical adverse events; ③ Both 2-way and 3-way versions available, covering routine drainage and bladder irrigation requirements; ④ EO sterile individual pouch, stable storage, suitable for sea shipment and export compliance; ⑤ Compliant with class II medical device standards, supporting complete documentation for hospital, distributor and tender bidding; ⑥ Stable production capacity, OEM custom service for pouch printing and customized balloon specifications for foreign trade distributors; ⑦ High cost performance for short-term indwelling scenario, better than silicone catheter and become top pick of basic medical consumables globally.
 
FAQ
 
Q1: What is a Foley catheter? A: Foley catheter is an indwelling balloon urinary catheter. It is inserted through urethra into bladder and fixed by water-inflated balloon for continuous urine drainage, different from simple non-balloon intermittent catheter.
Q2: What is maximum indwelling time of this red latex foley catheter? A: It is latex material for short-term use. Clinically recommended indwelling time ≤7–14 days. Replace with full silicone catheter beyond this limit to reduce encrustation and infection risk.
Q3: Can latex allergic patients use this catheter? A: No. It is made of natural latex containing latex protein. Latex-sensitive patients may suffer urethral swelling, rash or severe anaphylaxis. Latex-free pure silicone catheter must be used instead.
Q4: What does Fr mean? Does higher Fr number mean larger tube? A: Fr (French) measures catheter outer diameter. 1Fr≈0.33mm. Larger Fr number = thicker outer tube. Fr6 is thinnest while Fr30 is largest bore.
Q5: What is difference between 2-way and 3-way foley catheter? A: 2-way: two lumens for urine drainage and balloon inflation for standard catheterization. 3-way adds independent irrigation lumen for continuous bladder irrigation and blood clot clearance after surgery.
Q6: Is the product sterile and ready to use after opening? A: It is EO ethylene oxide sterilized in individual sterile pouch. It can be used directly if package intact. Discard if pouch broken or expired.
Q7: What liquid should be used to inflate balloon? Can air be used? A: Sterile normal saline is recommended. Air is prohibited because air leaks easily and leads to accidental catheter dislodgement.
Q8: Can this product be re-sterilized and reused? A: No, it is single-use medical device. Dispose as medical waste after use, re-use is forbidden to avoid cross infection.