PureWick Female External Catheter for Vacuum Suction – EA provides a non-invasive option for managing urine output in female patients. The soft, flexible external wick is positioned outside the body and works with compatible low-pressure suction to draw voided urine away from the patient and into a designated collection canister.
Each PWF030K unit includes the PureWick Female External Catheter, a peri-care wipe, and a duration label. The catheter is intended for single use, is nonsterile, and is not made with natural rubber latex. Compatible suction tubing, collection canister, and collection system are required separately.
Key Features
| Non-Invasive Design | External Urine Management | Low-Pressure Suction |
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| Functions outside the body without urethral insertion | Wicks voided urine away from the patient | Works with compatible suction and collection equipment |
| One Size Fits Most | Soft Flexible Wick | Single Use |
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| Designed for a broad range of female patients | Conforms to the external anatomy during proper placement | Disposable design supports hygienic patient care |
| Peri-Care Wipe Included | Duration Label Included | No Natural Rubber Latex |
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| Supports preparation during catheter changes | Helps document placement duration | Current PWF030K configuration is not made with natural rubber latex |
Specifications
| Attribute | Details | Attribute | Details |
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| Brand | PureWick | Manufacturer | BD / Bard |
| MPN | PWF030K | Product Type | Female External Catheter |
| Application | Vacuum-Assisted Urine Collection | Patient Type | Female |
| Size | One Size Fits Most | Placement | External / Non-Invasive |
| Suction Type | Compatible Low-Pressure Suction | Sterility | Nonsterile |
| Usage | Disposable / Single Use | Latex Indicator | Not Made with Natural Rubber Latex |
| Included | Catheter, Peri-Care Wipe, Duration Label | Tubing Included | No |
| Collection System Included | No | Compatible Accessory | PureWick Collection Equipment / PWKIT03 |
| Product Packaging | CS/30EA | Minimum Selling Unit | EA |
| Units per Case | 30 | Country of Origin | Not Verified |
| BAA Compliant | No | TAA Compliant | No |
| UNSPSC | 42142720 | Clinical Category | Urological / Incontinence Care |
Use & Replacement
| Requirement | Guidance |
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| Replacement Interval | Replace at least every 8–12 hours |
| Earlier Replacement | Replace sooner if soiled with feces or blood |
| Skin Care | Assess skin and perform perineal care before placing a new catheter |
| Reuse | Do not wash, sanitize, or reuse |
| Collection Equipment | Requires compatible suction and urine-collection components |
Warnings
| Urinary Retention | External Use Only | Maintain Airflow |
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| Do not use for patients with urinary retention | Never insert into the vagina, anal canal, or another body cavity | Do not use with a bedpan or material that prevents sufficient airflow |
| Skin Assessment | Proper Removal | Allergic Reaction |
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| Regularly assess placement and surrounding skin | Maintain suction during removal and avoid pushing or pulling against the skin | Discontinue use if an allergic reaction occurs |
| Single Use | Biohazard Precautions | Compatible Equipment |
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| Replace as directed and do not reuse | Treat used products as potentially contaminated | Use only with appropriate compatible suction and collection equipment |
