Description

The DELINOTTE PROSTATIC catheter is a specialized medical device designed for urological applications, particularly beneficial in managing urinary conditions associated with prostatic disorders. This catheter is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals and is suitable for short-term bladder drainage, continuous bladder irrigation, and maintaining hemostasis following prostate surgeries such as TURP or prostatectomy.

Key Features

• Delinotte Tip Design: The catheter features a Delinotte (Coudé/Mercier) tip, which is bent to facilitate easier navigation through the prostatic urethra, especially in cases of obstruction or an enlarged prostate.
• Variants: Available in both 2-way and 3-way configurations, allowing for effective drainage and irrigation as needed.

Material and Construction

• Material: Primarily constructed from 100% medical-grade silicone, the catheter is transparent, biocompatible, latex-free, non-toxic, and skin-friendly. Some variants may also be available in semi-rigid latex or PVC.
• Balloon: Equipped with a retention balloon that can be inflated with sterile water, with volumes ranging from 30 ml to 80 ml depending on the model.
• Lumens: The 2-way variant includes one lumen for drainage and one for balloon inflation, while the 3-way variant includes an additional lumen for irrigation.

Drainage and Visibility

• Drainage Eyes: Features large, staggered, or bevelled drainage eyes under the balloon to ensure excellent drainage and prevent blockage.
• Transparency: The catheter body is transparent for visual monitoring, with a radiopaque stripe or tip for X-ray visibility.

Design Specifications

• Length and Size: Available in French sizes 16 to 26, with a total length of 42 cm.
• Color Coding: Proximal funnel is color-coded by size for easy identification.
• Sterility: Supplied sterile, single-use, and disposable, typically packaged in boxes of 5 or 10 units.

Safety and Handling

• Contraindications: Not recommended for patients with known allergies to materials such as silicone, latex, or PVC.
• Professional Use: Intended for use with aseptic techniques during insertion and removal.

Compliance

The DELINOTTE PROSTATIC catheter complies with relevant performance and biocompatibility standards, making it a reliable choice for postoperative management, continuous bladder irrigation, and effective urinary drainage in patients with prostatic obstructions.