2,470 devices · GMDN 34917
An indwelling urethral drainage balloon catheter is a flexible tube with an inflatable balloon used to drain urine from the bladder or prostatic bed in patients of all ages. It may include a curved tip or guidewire to ease insertion, particularly in cases of anatomical challenges like an enlarged prostate, and can also support bladder irrigation.
These devices are typically single-use and require professional insertion. Regulation varies by jurisdiction, but they are generally classified based on risk factors like material composition and intended use, with compliance requirements for manufacturing, labeling, and post-market surveillance.
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