If you don’t know what a catheter is, it is a flexible tube-shaped medical device used to drain fluids from the body – so it’s no surprise that people who have bladder problems typically use a catheter as a form of treatment. You may know someone whose condition requires a catheter, or you may need one yourself, and in that case, you’ll want to keep on reading since we have listed the best catheters currently on the market in 2021.
Bard: An introduction
Bard Urology Division is a leading medical product manufacturer that has been producing high-quality catheters for the past 100 years. We will only be focusing on products from this company as they are quite evidently the best in the business when it comes to catheters.
Bard Touchless Plus Catheter kit
Most products become popular for good reason – and this kit is not exempt from that fact. This Bard Catheter is a unisex closed system that allows the user to perform a touch-free catheterization. Touchless is a good choice for those susceptible to infection or those who are immune-compromised. People with limited hand coordination should opt for this kit since insertion is made extra simple.
Aside from all that good stuff, the main features of the Bard Touchless Plus Catheter kit include:
- A large collection bag (1100cc)
- A pair of latex-free gloves plus PVI swabs
- Catheter control guide (which enables easy insertion)
- Insertion tip
- A vinyl self-contained catheter (pre-lubricated)
- Sizes ranging from 8Fr to 16Fr
Bard Magic3 Coudè Tip Hydrophilic Catheter
Consistent high ratings are given to this catheter that is specially designed for female use. Its design makes insertion easier around the curves located in the urethra. Insertion is touch-free and strongly grips the catheter surface to provide optimal control. Here’s a rundown of this products main features:
- 16 inches in length
- Hydrophilic coating
- Maximum comfort
- Silicone material
- Insertion sleeve provided for touchless usage
- Sizes ranging from 10Fr to 18Fr
Bard Magic3 Pediatric Hydrophilic Catheter w/ insertion sleeve
This one is made just for kids! There is a maximum level of comfort and the product is easy enough for a child to use. An insertion sleeve is provided to enable a child to simultaneously firmly grasp the catheter tube and prevent contamination – which can help reduce the risk of urinary tract infections in a child. This product has many child-friendly features:
- 10 inches in length
- Silicone material
- Insertion sleeve
- Hydrophilic coating
- A pair of latex-free gloves
- Sterilized product
- Sizes ranging from 6Fr to 12Fr
To summarize
Although these products have top-notch features and have proven more than satisfactory for many people – everyone is still an individual and what works for other people may not work for you. Sampling products before committing can help you avoid wasting money. You can request a free sample on all of Bards products, so you can be sure you are making the right decision for yourself or a loved one.
