Description
Features of 2 Way Foley Balloon Catheter:
- Double Lumen Design: Allows urine to flow out of the bladder, Used to inflate a balloon that secures the catheter inside the bladder.
- Balloon: Holds the catheter in place inside the bladder, Typically 5-30 mL, filled with sterile water or saline and Made from durable, flexible materials like silicone or latex.
- Tip Design: Can have a straight or Coude (curved) tip, Coude tips are useful for patients with urethral obstructions or an enlarged prostate.
- Lubrication: Some catheters come with a hydrophilic coating or are pre-lubricated to reduce friction during insertion.
- Color-Coded: Often color-coded to indicate the size, making it easy for healthcare providers to select the correct size.
- Radiopaque Line: Some catheters have a radiopaque line along the length, making them visible under X-ray or fluoroscopy.
- Sterilization: Pre-sterilized and disposable to ensure sterility and prevent infections.
- Usage: Suitable for short-term or long-term catheterization depending on the material and clinical needs.
2 Way Foley Balloon Catheter Sizes & Colours
| Size in FG | Balloon Capacity | ||
| 🟦 6FG Light blue | 1.5cc – 3cc | ||
| ⬛ 8FG Black | 3cc – 5cc | ||
| ⬜ 10FG Grey | 3cc – 5cc | ||
| ⬜ 12FG white | 5cc – 15cc | ||
| 🟩 14FG Green | 5cc – 15cc | ||
| 🟧 16FG Orange | 30cc – 50cc | ||
| 🟥 18FG Red | 30cc – 50cc | ||
| 🟨 20FG Yellow | 30cc – 50cc | ||
| 🟪 22FG Voilet | 30cc – 50cc | ||
| 🟦 24FG Blue | 30cc – 50cc | ||
| 🟪 26FG Pink | 30cc – 50cc | ||
| 🟫 28FG Brown | 30cc – 50cc | ||
| ⬛ 30FG Black | 30cc – 50cc |
