Description

The Nelaton Catheter Male is a specialized medical device designed for effective and safe intermittent urethral catheterization in male patients. This single-use, sterile catheter is crafted for temporary bladder drainage, making it an essential tool in managing urinary retention, collecting sterile urine specimens, and facilitating clean intermittent self-catheterization (CISC). Its versatile application is suitable for use in hospitals, clinics, and home care settings.

Key Features

• Design: The catheter features a straight, single-lumen hollow tube with a rounded, closed distal tip and two lateral eyes. This design ensures efficient drainage and smooth, non-traumatic insertion. The universal color-coded connector allows for easy size identification, and the catheter is typically available in a male length of 40 cm.

• Material: Constructed from medical-grade, transparent polyvinylchloride (PVC), the catheter is thermo-sensitive, softening at body temperature to enhance comfort. It is latex-free and DEHP-free, with some models offering a hydrophilic coating for smoother insertion. Select models include a blue-colored polyethylene (PE) holding sleeve to support aseptic insertion.

• Sterilization: Each catheter is sterilized using ethylene oxide (EO) and individually wrapped to maintain sterility, ensuring it is safe for single use and disposal after use.

Size and Firmness Options

The Nelaton Catheter Male is available in a range of French sizes, commonly from 6Fr to 24Fr, with color-coded connectors for each size. It offers standard (firm) and soft variants, with the soft option typically available in select sizes.

Instructions for Use

To minimize trauma, users should select the smallest appropriate French size and lubricate the catheter before insertion unless it is pre-lubricated or hydrophilic. The catheter should be inserted aseptically into the urethra until urine flows, then removed after drainage is complete and discarded.

Safety and Handling

Proper aseptic technique and hand hygiene are crucial to minimizing infection risk. The catheter is not intended for indwelling use, as it lacks a retention balloon, and is not pre-lubricated unless specified. For hydrophilic models, the coating can be activated with a supplied water sachet.

Storage and Precautions

Store the catheter in a cool, dry place and adhere to single-use guidelines. Follow healthcare professional instructions regarding size and frequency of use, and monitor for any signs of infection or trauma.

Regulatory Compliance

The Nelaton Catheter Male complies with relevant medical device standards and is TGA approved, ensuring adherence to quality and safety regulations.