Why Choose Bard Bardex Lubricath 2-Way Foley Catheter 16Fr 5cc 12/Bx
This catheter is built for routine indwelling urinary drainage when a clinician has directed a 16Fr 2-way Foley with a 5cc retention balloon — typical for post-surgical recovery, acute retention, ward catheter management, and routine indwelling drainage scenarios at the upper-mid adult calibre. The 16Fr French size is a commonly used adult indwelling calibre — slightly larger than the standard 14Fr, useful when 14Fr doesn't provide adequate drainage flow or when clinically directed for the user's anatomy. The 2-way design uses one lumen for urine drainage and a separate lumen for balloon inflation. 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. The 12/Bx case format suits routine clinical and facility Foley resupply at the 16Fr level. Confirm latex status on the specific SKU before publishing. 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: 16Fr — common upper-mid 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
✔ Box quantity: 12 catheters per box
✔ 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 — distinct from 30cc haemostatic compression balloons
✔ 16Fr calibre supports clinically reasonable drainage flow at an upper-mid adult size — useful when 14Fr doesn't provide adequate flow
✔ 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
✔ 12/Bx case format supports routine clinical and facility Foley resupply at the 16Fr level
✔ Useful for post-surgical recovery, acute retention, ICU, ward, hospice, and long-term care indwelling drainage scenarios
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 at upper-mid adult calibre
✔ Routine 2-way Foley scenarios — not for continuous bladder irrigation (3-way Foley required)
✔ Standard adult catheterisation at 16Fr calibre when 14Fr doesn't provide adequate drainage flow
✔ Hydrogel-coated catheter routines where reduced insertion friction supports patient comfort and CAUTI prevention
✔ Clinical and facility supply for routine Foley resupply at the 12 ct case level
Usage/Application
Ideal for users who require an indwelling Foley catheter and have been directed to use a 16Fr, 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.
