What Mediplus does

Mediplus is a UK-based medical device manufacturer headquartered in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, established in 1986, that develops single-use silicone-based medical devices across four clinical categories: anaesthesia, gynaecology, urology and operating room applications. The company specialises in medical-grade silicone catheter and pessary devices developed in collaboration with clinicians, with proprietary innovations including the patented S-Cath 3-stage guidewire suprapubic catheterisation system, the POPY silicone shelf pessary (claimed as the world's first of its kind), the MILEX pessary range of 16+ styles, integrated-balloon Foley catheters, SetGuard non-return valve systems, and TIVA sets with anti-siphon and anti-reflux valves. Notable technical differentiators include radiopaque silicone elastomer vessel loops, DEHP-free PVC TIVA tubing meeting SIVA and AAGBI guidelines, and clinician-designed ergonomic connectors.

The company sells its products through a multi-channel model combining direct UK e-commerce (mediplusuk.com), telephone ordering, and a global distributor network covering Europe, USA, Canada, South America, Australia, New Zealand and the Far East. Pricing is publicly disclosed, ranging from approximately £18 for a standard Foley catheter kit to £306 for a pessary fitting kit, and bulk orders of four or more products are handled directly. The company holds CE, UKCA and FDA approvals for select products, ISO 13485:2016 quality management certification, ISO 14001:2015 environmental management certification, and Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation. Its S-Cath System is recommended by NICE and BAUS, and the system received the Queen's Award for Innovation in 2017.

Mediplus's primary customer base is UK NHS Foundation Trusts and public hospitals across urology, gynaecology, A&E and theatre suites, with named customers including Guy's & St Thomas', the Freeman Hospital, Luton & Dunstable Hospital and Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust. International revenue is generated through distributor partners rather than direct sales. The company operates with 11-50 employees and is privately held under the legal name Mediplus Limited, with no public listing or disclosed institutional investor backing.

Name

Mediplus

Legal name

Mediplus Limited

Website

https://mediplusuk.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mediplus is a UK-based medical device manufacturer established in 1986, developing single-use silicone-based catheters, pessaries, and anaesthesia devices for NHS hospitals and international distributors across urology, gynaecology, anaesthesia, and operating room applications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Devices

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

Single-Use Medical Disposables & Procedure Kits (Drapes, Tubing, Catheters, Syringes, Custom Packs) (HLAHANAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Single-Use Surgical Devices & Procedure Packs (Disposable instruments, drapes, kits) (HLAHADAM), Open & Minimally Invasive Surgical Instruments (Handheld, Laparoscopic, MIS) (HLAHADAA)

Keywords

• Medical devices
• Silicone catheters
• Urology devices
• Pessary devices
• Anaesthesia equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

High Wycombe

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Medical Device Sales: Mediplus generates revenue primarily through the sale of proprietary medical devices including catheters (Foley, urodynamic, suprapubic), pessaries (POPY, MILEX), TIVA sets, and surgical accessories. Products are sold directly via e-commerce and telephone, and through distributor networks globally. Pricing ranges from approximately £18 to £306 per unit depending on product type and configuration.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Mediplus manufactures and sells single-use medical devices built primarily from medical-grade silicone for four clinical areas: Anaesthesia (Capnomask™, Peripheral IV Connectors, TIVA Sets), Gynaecology (POPY™ Silicone Shelf Pessary and MILEX® Pessary range), Operating Room (Silicone Vessel ID Loops), and Urology (S-Cath™ System, Foley catheters, suprapubic and urodynamic catheters, SetGuard, Extension Sets). Products are developed in collaboration with clinicians and sold to NHS hospitals, private healthcare providers, and international distributors across Europe, the Americas, Australasia, and the Far East.

Product overview

Mediplus is a UK-based medical device company offering a diversified portfolio of innovative medical devices across four clinical categories: Anaesthesia (Capnomask™, Peripheral IV Connectors, and TIVA Sets for Total Intravenous Anaesthesia), Gynaecology (POPY™ Silicone Shelf Pessary and MILEX® Pessaries including 16+ styles for prolapse and incontinence management), Operating Room (Silicone Vessel ID Loops), and an extensive Urology portfolio (S-Cath™ System, Exchange Kits, Replacement Foley Catheters, 2-Way Foley Catheter Kits, Silicone Haematuria Catheters, Abdominal/Rectal Pressure Catheters, Urodynamic Accessories, Double and Single Lumen Cystometry Catheters, Urethral Pressure Profile Catheters, SetGuard, and Extension Sets). The company's award-winning products are developed through clinician collaboration, manufactured to ISO 13485 standards, and marketed globally with CE mark and FDA approval for select products. Mediplus also provides educational resources and training to healthcare providers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• S-Cath System: Patented suprapubic catheterisation system using Seldinger technique
• POPY Pessary
• MILEX Pessaries
• Capnomask
• SetGuard
• TIVA Sets

Products and services

• Capnomask™ Anaesthesia mask with superior O₂ tubing attachment and mask quality offering a great fit for patients during anaesthesia procedures; used by NHS anaesthetists.
• Peripheral IV Connectors (Coventry Connectors) Intravenous connectors designed for running multiple infusions and fluids simultaneously, featuring kink resistance and good fluid flow rates; used in NHS anaesthesia and IV infusion practice.
• TIVA Sets for Total Intravenous Anaesthesia Dedicated Total Intravenous Anaesthesia sets with anti-siphon and anti-reflux valves, microbore kink-resistant tubing, and DEHP-free PVC construction; available in single, double, triple, quadrupole and quintuple infusion lines for anaesthetists.
• POPY™ Silicone Shelf Pessary World's first silicone shelf pessary made from 100% medical-grade silicone for conservative, cost-effective management of pelvic organ prolapse or procidentia; soft and malleable for easy fitting and removal with reduced risk of vaginal erosion.
• MILEX® Pessaries Comprehensive range of silicone pessaries made from 100% medical-grade silicone with over 16 different styles (rings, donuts, Gellhorn, Gehrung, Cube, etc.) for managing pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence.
• Silicone Vessel ID Loops Surgical loops made from sterile non-toxic medical-grade silicone elastomer with oval shape, elasticity for gentle vessel control, radiopaque for imaging visibility, and color-coded for easy identification during surgical procedures.
• S-Cath™ System Patented suprapubic catheterisation system employing the Seldinger technique with a 3-stage guidewire for precision, safety, and cost-effectiveness; reduces need for general anaesthesia and enables outpatient procedures; recommended by NICE and BAUS; available in sizes 8Fr to 16Fr.
• Exchange Kits Catheter exchange kits featuring 100% silicone Foley catheters with integrated balloon design, pre-filled syringe with 10% aqueous glycerine solution, and a 1.5-meter guidewire for suprapubic and difficult urethral catheterisations.
• Replacement Foley Catheters 100% medical-grade silicone replacement Foley catheters with integrated balloon that lies flush with the catheter body to prevent cuffing; radiopaque stripe for X-ray/ultrasound placement verification; available in sizes 12Fr to 18Fr in female and standard lengths.
• 2-Way Foley Catheter Kits Complete catheter kits with 100% medical-grade silicone construction, integrated balloon design, and radiopaque stripe; include pre-filled syringe with 10% aqueous glycerine solution, empty 10ml syringe for balloon deflation, and peelable product record labels.
• Silicone Haematuria Catheters 3-way silicone catheters for haematuria management featuring 100% medical-grade silicone construction, transparent tube, X-ray opaque line, larger volume balloon for stability, and tapered central funnel; five types available (Straight round tip, Straight whistle tip, Coude round tip, Dufour, and Couvelaire).
• Abdominal (Rectal Pressure Catheters) Catheters specifically designed for consistent accuracy in peritoneal pressure measurements with maximum patient comfort; developed in collaboration with clinicians for various clinical settings.
• Urodynamic Accessories Accessories designed to complement Mediplus catheter products for urodynamic procedures.
• Double Lumen Cystometry Catheters Catheters designed for cystometry procedures, developed in collaboration with clinicians for optimal performance and ease of use in urodynamic studies.
• Single Lumen Filling & Cystometry Catheters Catheters for filling and cystometry procedures, part of over 30 years of Mediplus catheter manufacturing experience for urodynamic procedures.
• Urethral Pressure Profile (UPP) Catheters Catheters developed in collaboration with clinicians for accurate and reliable urodynamic studies, providing crucial data for patient diagnostics and treatment.
• SetGuard High-performance medical device with integrated non-return valve preventing backflow and contamination; features reusable components, leak prevention design, and integration with existing catheter systems.
• Extension Sets Catheter extension sets with integrated design reducing connections, color-coded for easy identification, ergonomic winged luer locks for secure connections, and smooth eyes for patient comfort; suitable for primary and secondary care environments.

Quantifiable outcome

• S-Cath System is recommended by NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) and BAUS (British Association of Urological Surgeons)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

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Feature6 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Coloplast: Danish global medical device company with a large Urology / Continence Care portfolio including catheters, pessaries, and continence accessories. Highly comparable to Mediplus across urology and gynaecology silicone-based devices, though significantly larger and broader in product range.
• Teleflex: US-headquartered medical device company whose Rusch brand is a global leader in urology catheters including Foley and suprapubic systems. Direct competitor to Mediplus in catheterisation products with overlapping end-users and hospital customers.
• CooperSurgical: Women's health medical device company with a pessary portfolio (including Wallach legacy products) serving gynaecologists and urogynaecology practices. Directly comparable to Mediplus's MILEX and POPY pessary ranges.
• ConvaTec: UK-headquartered medical products company focused on continence care, ostomy, and advanced wound care. Comparable as a UK-based med device manufacturer selling catheters and continence/pessary-related products through similar NHS and international channels.
• Vygon: French family-owned single-use medical device specialist focused on neonatal, infusion, anaesthesia, and urology disposables. Closely comparable in size, ownership profile (private), product mix, and channel strategy to Mediplus.
• Cook Medical: US family-owned medical device manufacturer with a substantial Urology and Surgical division including catheters, guidewire-based delivery systems, and minimally invasive instruments. Directly comparable in urology disposable devices.
• Hollister: US-headquartered privately held medical device company serving continence, ostomy, and critical care markets. Comparable as a private, niche-focused med device manufacturer in continence and urology product categories.

Broad incumbents

• B. Braun: Large German medical device and pharmaceutical company with broad portfolios in infusion therapy, anaesthesia, and urology/surgical disposables. Overlaps with Mediplus in TIVA/infusion and Foley catheter categories but as part of a much wider offering.
• ICU Medical: US medical device company (formerly incorporating Smiths Medical) with strong infusion, anaesthesia delivery (TIVA-adjacent), and IV consumables portfolios. Comparable to Mediplus in anaesthesia/IV consumable categories but operates at a much larger scale.
• Becton Dickinson (BD): Global medical technology giant with extensive portfolios in medical-surgical (including urology drainage and catheters) and anaesthesia delivery. Overlaps with Mediplus on Foley/urology catheters and IV/anaesthesia consumables but as part of a broad diversified portfolio.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/mediplusurology
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/MediplusLtd
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mediplus-ltd

Compliance5 records

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Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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