Are there different types of coudé catheter insertion tips?
Yes, there are three types of insertion tips for coudé catheters.
Types of Coudé Tips:
- Tapered Tip – the standard coudé tip with a tapered end
- Olive Tip – a slightly ball-shaped bent tip, ideal for bypassing certain kinds of urethral obstructions or blockages
- Tiemann Tip – an elongated, curved tip, which may work well for getting past strictures
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