- Used as a urological irrigant during surgical and diagnostic procedures, particularly where the fluid might be absorbed into the body
Uses
- The primary indication this 1.5% Glycine Irrigation solution is as a urologic irrigating fluid with endoscopic instruments
- Specific applications include:
- Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
- Bladder surgeries
- Cystoscopy and other diagnostic procedures
- Lavage of indwelling catheters to maintain patency
Features
- 1.5% Glycine solution:
- A safe, non-toxic, and non-hemolytic medium that minimizes tissue trauma
- Sterile and non-pyrogenic:
- Meets stringent United States Pharmacopeia (USP) standards for purity and quality
- Non-electrolytic/non-conductive:
- This property is crucial for use with electrical surgical instruments (e.g., electrocautery) to avoid interference
- High-capacity container:
- Packaged in a 3,000 mL volume to ensure a continuous flow and reduce interruptions during procedures
- Durable, flexible packaging:
- Comes in a lightweight, shatterproof, semi-rigid Plastic Irrigation Container (PIC™) with a molded hand grip for easy handling
- Safe materials:
- Not made with PVC or DEHP, minimizing the potential for toxic chemical exposure
Benefits
- Patient safety:
- The non-hemolytic and non-toxic properties of the 1.5% glycine solution minimize complications if the fluid is systemically absorbed during surgery
- The sterile, USP-compliant quality ensures patient safety
- Procedural efficiency:
- The large 3,000 mL container minimizes the need for frequent bag changes, allowing surgical staff to maintain a consistent irrigation flow and focus on the procedure
- Enhanced surgical precision:
- Its non-conductive nature makes it an ideal medium for use with electrical surgical instruments
- Ease of use:
- The ergonomically designed container with a non-drip pouring lip and molded hand grip simplifies handling and minimizes contamination risks
- Reliability:
- Manufactured by B. Braun, a trusted leader in medical solutions, ensuring consistent quality and performance
Contents
- 1.5% Glycine Solution for Irrigation in 3,000mL TITAN XL Container
- 4 TITAN XL Containers per case
