Hollister Apogee IC Intermittent Catheter Straight Tip 16" Firm 12FR

Why Choose Hollister Apogee IC Intermittent Catheter Straight Tip 16" Firm 12Fr

This catheter is built for adult male users on a clean intermittent catheterization (CIC) routine who have been clinically directed to a straight tip catheter at 12Fr calibre with a firm shaft construction. Straight tip selection suits users without prostatic urethral resistance or anatomical variation that would require coudé navigation. The 12Fr French size is a commonly used adult male intermittent calibre — slightly smaller than 14Fr standard and useful when smaller calibre is clinically indicated. The firm shaft construction is the alternative to softer/flexible-shaft catheters — the firmer material provides better tactile feedback during insertion and resists buckling during the urethral pass, which some users prefer for more controlled catheterization. The 16" male length covers the full male urethral path. Non-lubricated format requires the user to apply separate sterile lubricant before each insertion — confirm format on the specific SKU before publishing as Hollister Apogee IC is available in non-lubricated and lubricated variants. Single-use sterile format suits the hygienic catheter routine that CIC protocols require. Pack quantity must be confirmed on the SKU before publishing. Hollister is an established US-origin medical supply manufacturer with a position in intermittent catheter and ostomy product design.

Key Features

✔ Hollister Apogee IC intermittent male urinary catheter

✔ Tip style: Straight

✔ Catheter size: 12Fr — common adult male smaller calibre

✔ Length: 16" — male-length catheter

✔ Shaft construction: Firm

✔ Lubrication format: Non-lubricated (confirm by SKU)

✔ Designed for intermittent urinary catheterization (CIC)

✔ Disposable single-use sterile catheter

✔ Suitable for users clinically directed to a straight-tip firm-shaft catheter

✔ Useful for home care, clinical care, and travel routines

✔ Quantity: confirm by SKU

Benefits

✔ Straight tip design suits male users without prostatic urethral resistance who don't require coudé navigation

✔ Firm shaft construction provides better tactile feedback during insertion and resists buckling during the urethral pass

✔ Firm shaft is preferred by some users for more controlled catheterization compared with softer-shaft alternatives

✔ 12Fr smaller adult calibre supports users clinically directed to a slightly smaller catheter size than 14Fr standard

✔ 16" length covers full male urethral passage with sufficient external catheter length for clean drainage control

✔ Non-lubricated format allows the user to apply their preferred sterile lubricant before each insertion

✔ Single-use sterile format supports the hygienic catheter routine that CIC protocols require

✔ Useful for users who need dependable firm-shaft male intermittent catheter support

Clinical & Typical Applications

✔ Adult male clean intermittent catheterization (CIC) routines requiring scheduled multiple-daily catheter use

✔ Users without prostatic urethral resistance who are clinically directed to straight-tip catheters

✔ Users preferring firm-shaft construction for tactile feedback and buckling resistance during insertion

✔ Users clinically directed to 12Fr smaller calibre over standard 14Fr adult male sizes

✔ Home care, clinical care, and travel routines requiring firm-shaft straight-tip catheter supply

✔ Users on uncoated catheter routines using separate lubricant application before each insertion

✔ Routine resupply for established Hollister Apogee IC users

Usage/Application

Ideal for male users who perform intermittent catheterization and have been directed to use a 12Fr, 16" firm straight-tip catheter. Use only as instructed by a healthcare professional. Follow product instructions, proper hygiene practices, lubricant guidance if required, catheter handling, and safe disposal after use.