Thoracentesis Catheter 8Fg
Rocket 8Fg Thoracentesis Catheter with blunt obturator with safety needle offers a purpose designed solution for routine thoracentesis procedures where the use of a blunt obturator needle with colour insertion safety indicator is preferred.
Rocket Thoracentesis Catheter 8Fg Features
Thoracentesis Catheter 8Fg is indicated for the percutaneous introduction of a catheter into the chest for the drainage of fluid and features:
- CE marked, purpose designed device, designed specifically for thoracentesis.
Rocket Thoracentesis Catheter 8Fg Features
- 8fg catheter mounted on a safety needle: Designed to reduce the risk of accidental perforation.
- Curved J catheter: designed to minimise the risk of occlusion after insertion.
- Mounted aspiration syringe.
Rocket Thoracentesis Catheter 8Fg Features
- One-way valve: that prevents ingress of air or leakage of fluid when the safety needle is removed.
- Skin fixation plate: allows the catheter to be secured into position with tape or sutures if required.
- Tubing extension & tap: allows access for aspiration.
Rocket Thoracentesis Catheter 8Fg Features
Drainage bag included: the set includes a 2L drainage bag. For the drainage of air, a properly vented, chest drainage bag with a non-return flutter or Heimlich type valve such as the rocket® Ambulatory Bag R54564 MUST be used.
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Thoracentesis Catheter 8Fg
| Description | Product Code | Size | Quantity | NHSSC Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thoracentesis Catheter 8Fg | ||||
| Thoracentesis Catheter 8Fg | R51551-08-00 | - | 5 | FSW704 |
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