According to NCBI to Latex catheters have been found to be more vulnerable to infection and allergic reactions. Latex catheters are thought to cause more injuries and irritation of the urinary mucosa than silicone catheters. According to research, silicone catheters reduce the risk of trigonitis, meatitis, and urethritis. Difference between silicone and latex urinary catheters:- Table - difference between silicone and latex urinary catheters  S.N  Silicone Catheter   Latex urinary catheter  1.  Silicone is generally resistant to chemical attack and temperature changes.  Less resistant to chemical attack and temperature changes.  2.  Low risky   more risky compare to silicone   catheter.  3.  With Silicone Catheter, there are Fewer chances of irritation during urinary catheterization procedure  With latex urinary catheter fewer chances of irritation but compare to silicone catheter there more chance of irritations and injuries during urinary catheterization procedure.