Bard Bardex Lubricath 2-Way Foley Catheter 14fr 5cc

Why Choose Bard Bardex Lubricath 2-Way Foley Catheter 14Fr 5cc

This catheter is built for routine indwelling urinary drainage when a clinician has directed a 14Fr 2-way Foley with a 5cc retention balloon — typical for post-surgical recovery, acute retention, ward catheter management, and routine indwelling drainage scenarios. The 2-way design uses one lumen for urine drainage and a separate lumen for balloon inflation. The 14Fr French size is the most commonly used adult indwelling calibre. The 5cc balloon is the standard routine retention balloon volume — distinct from the 30cc haemostatic compression balloon used after specific urological procedures. The hydrogel-coated Lubricath shaft absorbs water and forms a slick lubricated surface against the urethral wall, reducing insertion friction beyond what dry lubricant application alone provides, and reducing protein adsorption and encrustation across the indwelling wear period. Confirm pack size and latex status on the SKU before publishing — Bardex Lubricath catheters are available in multiple pack configurations and material variants. Bard (now BD/Becton Dickinson) is a long-established US-origin urology brand with deep specialisation in Foley catheter design.

Key Features

✔ Bard / Bardex Lubricath Foley catheter

✔ Catheter size: 14Fr — common adult indwelling calibre

✔ Balloon size: 5cc / 5 ml — standard routine retention balloon

✔ Design: 2-way (drainage lumen + balloon inflation lumen)

✔ Tip style: Standard tip with smooth drainage eyes

✔ Hydrogel-coated Lubricath shaft for reduced insertion friction

✔ Designed for indwelling urinary drainage

✔ Retention balloon for bladder anchoring

✔ Drainage lumen and balloon inflation lumen integrated in shaft

✔ Quantity: confirm by SKU

✔ Latex status: confirm by SKU

✔ Useful for clinical care, facility care, and caregiver-assisted routines under professional direction

Benefits

✔ 2-way Foley design supports continuous indwelling urinary drainage with bladder retention via inflated balloon

✔ 5cc balloon anchors the catheter in the bladder for routine drainage scenarios — prevents dislodgement during patient movement

✔ 14Fr calibre supports clinically reasonable drainage flow at a commonly used adult size

✔ Hydrogel coating absorbs water and forms a slick lubricated surface against the urethral wall — reduces insertion friction beyond dry lubricant alone

✔ Hydrogel layer reduces protein adsorption and encrustation across the indwelling wear period

✔ Lubricath surface may help support smoother catheter placement compared with uncoated shafts

✔ Useful for post-surgical recovery, acute retention, ICU, ward, hospice, and long-term care indwelling drainage

✔ Suitable for routine Foley catheter supply when matched to the user's care plan

Clinical & Typical Applications

✔ Post-surgical and post-procedural indwelling urinary drainage in clinical settings

✔ Acute urinary retention requiring continuous bladder drainage

✔ ICU, ward, hospice, and long-term care indwelling Foley management

✔ Routine 2-way Foley scenarios — not for continuous bladder irrigation (3-way Foley required)

✔ Standard adult catheterisation at 14Fr calibre

✔ Hydrogel-coated catheter routines where reduced insertion friction supports patient comfort and CAUTI prevention

✔ Clinical and facility supply for routine Foley resupply

Usage/Application

Ideal for users who require an indwelling Foley catheter and have been directed to use a 14Fr, 5cc, 2-way Bardex Lubricath Foley catheter. Use only under healthcare professional direction. Follow proper catheter insertion, securement, drainage bag connection, hygiene, monitoring, and replacement guidance.