The BARDEX I.C. anti-infective latex Foley catheter is clinically proven to reduce catheter-associated urinary tract infections. Incorporating a technologically-advanced formulation consisting of BACTI-GUARD silver alloy coating and BARD hydrogel, the BARDEX I.C. Foley catheter dramatically reduces bacterial adherence and minimizes biofilm formation. The occurrence of urinary tract infection is 3.7 times greater in patients catheterized with a standard catheter than in patients catheterized with the BARDEX I.C. Foley catheter with BACTI-GUARD silver alloy coating and BARD hydrogel.