- A Medex™ 3-way sterile stopcock designed for precise fluid management and control in high-acuity clinical environments, featuring a swivel male luer lock for secure connections and is specifically engineered to be lipid-resistant for specialized infusion therapies
Uses
- Infusion Therapy:
- Used to direct and regulate the flow of fluids, drugs, or other media through multiple ports during IV therapy
- High-Acuity Care:
- Ideal for use in anesthesia, intensive care units (ICU), and emergency settings where precise fluid control is critical
- Specialized Infusions:
- Specifically designed for administering lipid-based medications, Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN), and other therapies that can degrade standard plastics
- Pressure Monitoring:
- Facilitates multiple access points for simultaneous fluid delivery and hemodynamic pressure monitoring
Features
- 3-Way Design:
- Allows clinicians to manage fluid pathways across three ports with a smooth-turning valve mechanism
- Swivel Male Luer Lock:
- Provides a secure, rotating, and leak-resistant connection to tubing, catheters, or syringes
- Lipid-Resistant Material:
- Constructed to maintain integrity when exposed to lipid-based solutions
- Small Bore Body:
- A compact, "small body" design suitable for diverse clinical needs
- Visual Indicators:
- Features color-embossed, raised printing on the handle for clear observation of the stopcock's positioning and flow direction
- Material Safety:
- The device is latex-free, PVC-free, phthalate-free, and contains no DEHP
Benefits
- Enhanced Patient Safety:
- The DEHP-free and PVC-free construction reduces environmental impact and patient exposure to potentially harmful chemicals
- Operational Efficiency:
- Large handles are designed to be easy to grip and smooth to turn, making adjustments faster and more precise for healthcare providers
- Reduced Infection Risk:
- Individually sterile (Gamma/ETO sterilized) and designed for single-patient use to minimize the risk of contamination and hospital-acquired infections
- Reliability:
- Engineered for leak-resistant operation in high-acuity settings where flow stability is vital
