Supply Issues Pennine Healthcare Self-Retaining Foley Catheter Products FST951 (ICN 2965)

• The supply issue with Self-Retaining Foley Catheter products from Pennine Healthcare is continuing.
• One product code remains suspended and unavailable to order:
  • FST951 – Self-retaining catheter (foley) 3-way Silicone.
• Unfortunately, there are no alternatives available. Customers are advised to view the online catalogue for products they deem suitable.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code.
• The supply issue is still anticipated to be resolved by 1 July 2025.

Change:

• The supplier Pennine Healthcare has informed us of a supply issue with its Self-Retaining Foley Catheter products.
• One product code is affected:
  • FST951 – Self-retaining catheter (foley) 3-way Silicone.
• The supply issue is due to supplier manufacturing issues, the manufacturing has moved to the UK; however, products are not being made available for a period of up to six weeks.

Impact:

• FST951 is currently suspended and unavailable to order.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
• • FUS85161 – Self-retaining catheter (foley) 3-way Silicone 16Ch Male Standard 40cm 30ml Balloon Nelaton tip with guidewire Medium Term (0-28 days).
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternative.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 1 July 2025.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative product.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.

Please note that due to the clinical nature of these alternative products, we advise you to consult your own clinical experts to ensure suitability for your organisations use of these products.