I also use coloplast sheaths but have not used this one. I cant understand how it is watertight which I suppose means the water or urine will not go under the adhesive (wide I suppose means it covers a wide area of the base) to the base of the limb. It would have to be some type of super glue, and also difficult to remove the catheter.. If there is a stoppage in the tube like an airlock the urine has to go somewhere and if there is too much it will go under the adhesive. Where else will it go. It wont make a hole in the catheter to get out, or if it has to go up, it wont go up. I cant see how the bulb will stop it. I have used the coloplast conveen optima and it certainly goes under the adhesive. I should mention the
www.allegromedical.com/products/freedom-cath-male-external-catheter/
Freedom Cath Male External Catheter - Latex
Freedom Cath is a self-adhering,
one-piece latex catheter for secure everyday use.
Combines a comfortable latex sheath with a wide, watertight adhesive seal. The Freedom Cath is applied by simply rolling it on. No need to apply adhesive tapes. The reservoir bulb prevents backflow of urine.
I suppose it only 'helps to prevent' but not really stops.
If the adhesive fully stops it why would you need the bulb as well.
www.clockmedical.com/itemdetail/341
CATHETER SHEATH LG FREEDOM CATH EAItem #: 341
Product InfoCOLOPLAST
Supplier Part #: COL-8400
COLOPLAST CORP Sween catheter sheath large freedom clear. The freedom clear is a
100% latex-free, self-adhering, one piece catheter with an ultra-thin sheath for everyday wear. This is formerly a mentor product. It is a large sheath at 35mm diameter. Allowed 17 every 30 days. Purchase by the each. Order 100 to receive a full case.
Which is it Latex free or not Latex free. Or are there more than one kind of the freedom cath.