- For diagnostic and therapeutic fluid drainage from the pleural or abdominal cavities.
Uses
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Thoracentesis:
- Drainage of fluid from the pleural space
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Plaracentesis:
- Drainage of excess fluid from the abdominal cavity
Features
- Self-sealing valve:
- Automatically activates upon removal of the introducer needle to maintain a closed system and prevent accidental fluid leakage or contamination
- Multiple drainage options:
- Includes components for manual drainage, vacuum bottles, or wall suction to provide procedural flexibility
- Safety components:
- Includes a safety scalpel with a #11 blade and a polyurethane catheter over an introducer needle
- Spiral side ports:
- Multiple side ports on the catheter are designed to reduce the risk of obstruction and ensure optimal fluid return
Benefits
- Enhanced safety:
- The self-sealing valve and safety scalpel help protect the clinician from needlestick injuries and the patient from potential perforations
- Procedural flexibility:
- The different drainage options and optional/premium tray configurations allow the kit to be adapted to various clinical needs
- Improved efficiency:
- Faster flow rates due to large drainage holes can help reduce procedure time
- Patient comfort:
- The system is designed to help improve patient comfort during the procedure
Contents
- Thora-Para Valved Catheter over introducer needle with stopcock
- Self-sealing valve & 5 mL syringe attached
- #11 Safety scalpel
