Silicone pediatric foley catheter is a double lumen, straight-tip catheter, which allows drainage of urine through one lumen while the second lumen leads to a balloon that is filled with water. This balloon secures the tube in the bladder.
Silicone punctum plugs are non-dissolvable and are considered semi-permanent as they can fall out or may need to be replaced in six months to one year. These plugs are used in semi-permanent closure of the punctum. It features a softer more flexible silicone that maximizes patient comfort.
Silicone radial head implant can be used as a temporary spacer. The use of a silicone radial head implant to provide temporary stability is thought to help to protect the ligaments during healing.
Silicone rubber MP joint implants are used in MP arthroplasty. It serves as a spacer to maintain the joint in alignment after a resection arthroplasty is performed. These implants are inserted without an attempt to achieve rigid fixation. It is suitable for patients who have rheumatoid arthritis.
