| Dentleeve's side hole catheters
have equivalent recording capabilities to other conventional manometry
catheters. Key differences between these PVC catheters and Dentsleeve
side-hole catheters are essentially sterilization, diameter and
patient comfort. Dentsleeve's silicone
rubber catheters are autoclavable; PVC catheters are unable to withstand
such high temperatures and must be cleaned by less effective methods.
Dentsleeve catheters are available
in a range of diameters, with the smallest suitable for neonates;
conventional PVC catheters are generally larger than Dentsleeve's.
For patients, silicone rubber catheters mean enhanced comfort. A
further benefit of silicone rubber is it's durability. Dentsleeve's
silicone rubber catheters are tested for up to 50 uses (and autoclave
cycles); PVC catheters cannot compare to this durability and long
life.
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