Description
Umbilical catheter is used to catheterize the umbilical vein in newborns for infusion and transfusion therapy or parenteral nutrition.
Specifications
- Umbilical catheter is made of transparent thermoplastic implantable non-toxic polyvinyl chloride.
- The thermoplastic material softens due to the temperature of the surrounding tissues.
- The open distal end and edges of the catheter are carefully trimmed and rounded to ensure atraumatic insertion.
- Radiopaque band on the catheter tube.
- Luer connector with a sealed cap (withstands multiple opening and closing).
- Indelible length markings with set pitch.
Additional Information
- Outer diameter D, CH - 4 to 36, color-coded connector in accordance with international standards.
- Length L, 100-2000 mm.
- Tube with/without radiopaque band.
- Tube material: transparent thermoplastic implantable non-toxic medical grade PVC, phthalate-free, with/without markings.
- Sterile, intended for single use.
- Packed in individual sterile packaging.
- Shelf life (sterility) - 5 years from the date of manufacture.
- Catheter can be made in other configuration upon customer's request.