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What Is a Whistle Tip Catheter?
A whistle tip catheter is a type of catheter that stands out due to its unique tip, which has a hole at the end, as well as a lateral hole on the side. This makes it look like a whistle, giving it its unique name. The special design of the whistle tip catheter is to make drainage easier.
These catheters consist of a long, hollow, flexible tube which may be made of various materials, including rubber, silicone, and types of plastic. Along with the whistle tip at one end, they may feature various lumens that can be attached to different containers or bags for collecting or delivering fluids. They also usually have a small inflatable balloon to hold the tube in place.
There are many potential uses of whistle tip catheters, from facilitating the flow of urine out of the body to delivering fluids to the bladder or helping to flush the urinary tract. They can come in different sizes and may be used in patients of different genders and ages.
Covidien #31020, Argyle Single Suction Catheters with Chimney Valve, 10 Fr, Whistle, 50/CS
Medsource International #MS-SC12, MedSource Suction Catheter, 12 FR, 50/CS
Medsource International #MS-SC06, MedSource Suction Catheter, 6 FR, 50/CS
Medsource International #MS-SC10, MedSource Suction Catheter, 10 FR, 50/CS
Medsource International #MS-SC14, MedSource Suction Catheter, 14 FR, 50/CS
Medsource International #MS-SC08, MedSource Suction Catheter, 8 FR, 50/CS
Medsource International #MS-SC16, MedSource Suction Catheter, 16 FR, 50/CS
Rusch #331105, Whistle Tip Ureteral, 5 Fr, 10/BX
C.R. Bard #0134L24, Lubricath Specialty Foley Catheter, 2-Way, Medium Round Tip, Two Staggered Drainage Eyes, 30 cc Balloon, 24 Fr, 12/CS
C.R. Bard #0134L22, Lubricath Specialty Foley Catheter, 2-Way, Medium Round Tip, Two Staggered Drainage Eyes, 30 cc Balloon, 22 Fr, 12/CS
Rusch #331104, Whistle Tip Ureteral, 4 Fr, 10/BX
Covidien #33400, Argyle Single Suction Catheter, Coil Packed with Straight Connector (without Control Valve), Whistle Tip, 14 Fr, 50/CS
How Does a Whistle Tip Catheter Work?
The way in which whistle tip catheters work is similar to other kinds of urinary and drainage catheters. First, the end of the catheter will need to be lubricated in order to ease insertion. It can then be passed through the urethra. Depending on the type and size of the catheter, it may then be pushed further, through the bladder and into the ureter. Once the catheter is in position, it can be held in place with the inflatable balloon and used for drainage or delivering fluids.
Whistle Tip Catheter Sizes
There are various different sizes of whistle tip catheters to be used in patients of different ages and body types. They are measured using the standard French gauge system, with average sizes ranging from as low as 5 Fr all the way up to 30 Fr and beyond.
Whistle Tip Catheter Types
There are two main types of whistle tip catheters: whistle tip urethral catheters and whistle tip ureteral catheters. The urethral variety are designed to be inserted into the patient's urethra to facilitate the flow of urine from the body, while ureteral whistle tip catheters go further, entering the ureter between the bladder and kidneys for drainage or other purposes.
Whistle Tip Catheter Uses
There are many different uses of whistle tip catheters. One of the most common uses is to help with the drainage of urine from the bladder out of the body. This can be useful for patients who have difficulty controlling their urination, such as those who suffer from incontinence or urinary retention, as well as those with blockages in the urethra or ureter. These catheters can also be used for delivering contrast media into the bladder or urinary tract, as well as the delivery of irrigation fluids to the bladder and tracts.
Whistle Tip Catheter Suppliers
C. R. Bard, Covidien, Medline, and Medsource International are among the top suppliers of whistle tip catheters.
Buy Whistle Tip Catheters at CIA Medical
At CIA Medical, we have a wide and varied range of wholesale medical supplies and accessories for sale, including top quality whistle tip catheters and dozens of other catheter varieties. We aim to offer the most competitive prices, the best levels of service, and the widest product selection to suit all of our customers’ needs.
