Silastic

They are known to decrease incidence of urethritis (inflammation of the urethra).

Recommended for short-term catheterization after surgery because they are known to decrease incidence of urethritis (inflammation of the urethra). For those allergic to latex products.

The gel is applied and kept securely in place with tape, cloth, or an Ace bandage. The dressing is to be changed every seven to 10 days for as long as 12 months.

Silastic catheters, PTFE (plastic-coated latex) indwelling cahteters, hydrogel-coated latex indwelling catheters, pure silicone indwelling catheters, silicone-coated indweilling catheters.