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While an 18-gauge, or a catheter measuring 0.234 inches (about 5.94 mm), used to be the standard, the development of short peripheral catheters with smaller but stronger walls made it possible to use a smaller size for a larger fluid flow.
A urinary catheter should only be inserted to the point that urine is obtained â then stop. We suggest sticking with 12 â 14 Fr catheters unless directed otherwise by your physician. The 14 Fr for rubber and 12 Fr for plastic are often good âdefaultâ choices.