Cure Intermittent Male Cath 16" Pre-Lubricated Coude Tip 14fr Single

Why Choose Cure Male Coudé Tip Intermittent Catheter 14Fr 16" Pre-Lubricated

This catheter combines two specifications that address the two most common intermittent catheterisation procedure challenges for male users with prostatic urethral resistance: the coudé tip for navigation and pre-lubrication for friction reduction. The coudé tip is required when the prostatic urethra's curvature or BPH-related narrowing causes straight-tip catheters to deflect against the urethral wall rather than advancing to the bladder. Pre-lubrication addresses the friction challenge that coudé tip catheterisation presents: because the coudé tip must navigate a resistance zone, the catheter is in contact with the urethral wall under some insertion force — lubrication at the catheter surface during this contact reduces the urethral friction and trauma that the navigation creates. A dry coudé catheter requiring separate lubricant application before insertion adds procedure complexity and the risk of insufficient or unevenly applied lubricant at the catheter tip. The Cure pre-lubricated format applies lubrication to the full catheter length at the factory — ready to use on opening without a separate lubricant application step. Cure is an established US-origin intermittent catheter brand known for smooth surface quality in their catheter line. Single unit — appropriate for trial before committing to box quantity. Use under healthcare provider direction with correct coudé tip orientation confirmed.

Key Features

✔ Coudé curved tip for prostatic urethral resistance navigation

✔ Pre-lubricated for ready-to-use insertion without separate lubricant application

✔ 14Fr standard male adult calibre for intermittent bladder drainage

✔ 16-inch male length for complete urethral passage to the bladder

✔ Single unit — trial or individual replacement format

Benefits

✔ Pre-lubrication eliminates separate lubricant step — reduces procedure complexity

✔ Factory-applied lubrication ensures consistent full-length coverage at coudé tip

✔ Coudé tip navigates prostatic curve where straight-tip catheters deflect

✔ Combined pre-lubrication and coudé reduces urethral friction during resistance-zone navigation

✔ Cure surface quality provides consistent smooth insertion experience

Clinical & Typical Applications

✔ Male intermittent catheterisation with BPH or prostatic urethral resistance requiring coudé

✔ Users finding separate lubricant application burdensome or inconsistent

✔ Trial single unit before ordering box quantity of pre-lubricated coudé format

✔ Travel or individual replacement supply for regular pre-lubricated coudé catheter users

✔ Transition from uncoated coudé to pre-lubricated coudé for improved insertion comfort

Usage & Care

Use under healthcare provider direction. Confirm coudé tip orientation before insertion — curved tip must be directed upward (anterior) toward the anterior urethral wall during insertion. Open the sterile package immediately before use. The catheter is pre-lubricated — no additional lubricant required. Insert gently following the coudé tip orientation — do not force against resistance, withdraw and reposition. Drain the bladder completely before removing. Dispose of the single-use catheter. Follow the prescribed catheterisation schedule and hygiene protocol.