External Catheter or Condom Catheter is designed for men. External Catheters were developed to lower the risk of damage to the uretha caused by the insertion of the intermittent catheters. External catheters are worn like a condom. The external catheter is connected to the drainage bag that is strapped to the leg. There are several ways to affix the external male catheter and sizes to choose from. Condom catheters are intended for a single time use and normal usage is between 24 to 48 hours. At Home Medical offers External Catheters or Condom Catheters from Mentor, Bard, Coloplast, Rochester Medical, Hollister and other manufacturer's.
The Rochester Medical WideBand is the new standard for male external catheters. For the first time, adhesive is built into nearly the entire sheath wall. It has 70% more adhesive area than is found in the self-adhering styles developed in the 80's. Rochester Medical Corporation has patented this advanced manufacturing process, providing more security without requiring more aggressive adhesive. The distinctive design of the WideBand catheter involves more than just an extended length of adhesive area. WideBand is the only catheter with its adhesive placement beginning just behind the glans. This forward-placement of the adhesive is patented and provides two important features: 1) it helps prevent urine migration up the penis shaft, which results in premature catheter removal, and 2) it helps prevent urine build-up around the head of the penis, which results in catheter blow-off.
The Rochester Medical UltraFlex all-silicone self-adhering male external catheter is 100% latex-free and eliminates the risk of latex-related skin irritations. This breathable catheter promotes healthy skin and is soft for even greater patient comfort. Unlike latex catheters, the clear, see-through UltraFlex catheter permits a visual inspection of the skin without removing the catheter. The nonsensitizing adhesive provides a reliable bond to the skin for extra confidence and maximum wear time. A kink-proof funnel helps ensure uninterrupted urine flow.
The Pop-On External Catheter by Rochester Medical is an all-silicone self-adhesive male external catheter and is specially designed for the special needs of men. The unique 1.5-inch sheath with a forward-placement adhesive band will work for men with a short or retracted penis. It may also be preferred when a longer sheath is not desired or when users may benefit from a different adhesive location on their skin. The Pop-On catheter is shorter without a reduction in adhesive area. This breathable, soft catheter is latex-free, reducing the potential for skin irritation. The clear silicone permits a visual inspection of the skin without removing the catheter.
The Clear Advantage with Aloe External Catheter by Coloplast-Mentor is a premium 100% latex-free silicone, one-piece catheter designed for maximum wear time. It features aloe in the adhesive and a kink-resistant nozzle designed to eliminate catheter blow-offs. This catheter is self-adhering and applies easily by rolling on. There is no need for adhesive tapes. The thin silicone sheath increases comfort and breathability. The 100% latex-free silicone eliminates skin irritation and provides constant skin visibility.
The Coloplast-Mentor Freedom Cath is a self-adhering, one-piece latex catheter for secure everday use. Combines a comfortable latex sheath with a wide, watertight adhesive seal. The Freedom Cath is applied simply by rolling it on. No need to apply adhesive tapes.
The Freedom Clear External Catheter by Coloplast-Mentor has an ultra-thin silicone sheath designed for comfortable, everday wear. It is 100% latex-free and features a kink-resistant nozzle designed to eliminate catheter blow-offs. This catheter is self-adhering and applies easily by rolling on, there is no need for adhesive tapes. The thin silicone sheath increases comfort and breathability. The 100% latex-free silicone eliminates skin irratition and provides constant skin visibility.
The Coloplast-Mentor Freedom Clear LS has a Long Seal to ensure the catheter stays in place. It is designed with a longer-length adhesive seal on a thin silicone sheath, providing added security and increasing comfort and breathability. It is self-adhering and applies easily by rolling on - there is no need for adhesive tapes. This catheter features a kink-resistant nozzle designed to eliminate catheter blow offs. It is 100% latex-free which eliminates skin irritation and provides constant skin visibility.
The Coloplast-Mentor Freedom Clear SS - Sport Sheath - offers a thin, brief silicone sheath for less roll ring at the base of the penis. It is a good choice for individuals with penis retractions. This catheter has a kink-resistant nozzle designed to eliminate catheter blow-offs. It is a 100% latex-free, self-adhering, one piece catheter with an ultra-thin sheath designed for everyday wear. It applies simply by rolling on, no need to apply adhesive tapes. The silicone eliminates skin irriation due to latex sensitivity and provides constant skin visibility.
The Active Cath by Coloplast-Mentor is a self-adhering, one-piece latex catheter for active men who want extended wear. It combines a shortened latex sheath with a wide, watertight adhesive seal.
The Gizmo Male External Catheter by Coloplast-Mentor is a latex catheter with a single-sided adhesive strip. This catheter is pure, soft, natural, latex with a reinforced funnel end. No adhesive comes in contact with the skin. Twist-proof.