5.
Dissect down to the cuff using blunt and sharp dissection as
indicated.
6.
When visible, grasp cuff with clamp.
7.
Clamp catheter between the cuff and the insertion site.
8.
Cut catheter between cuff and exit site. Withdraw internal portion of
catheter through the incision in the tunnel.
9.
Remove remaining section of catheter (i.e. portion in tunnel) through
the exit site.
Warning: Do NOT pull distal end of catheter through incision as
contamination of wound may occur.
10. Apply pressure to proximal tunnel for approximately 10-15 minutes
or until bleeding stops.
11. Suture incision and apply dressing in a manner to promote optimal
healing.
12. Check catheter for integrity when removed
14F x 28cm
Pressure
(mmHg)
16F x 28cm
Pressure
(mmHg)
Medcomp
WARRANTS THAT THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED
®
ACCORDING TO APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS.
PATIENT CONDITION, CLINICAL TREATMENT, AND PRODUCT
MAINTENANCE MAY EFFECT THE PERFORMANCE OF THIS PRODUCT. USE
OF THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED AND AS DIRECTED BY THE PRESCRIBING
PHYSICIAN.
Because of continuing product improvement, prices, specifications, and model
availability are subject to change without notice. Medcomp
to modify its products or contents without notice.
Medcomp
and Vascu-Sheath
®
Components, Inc.
®
Split-Stream
is a registered trademark of Medical Components, Inc.
StatLock
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®
References:
1. Zaleski GX, Funaki B, Lorenz JM, Garofalo RS, Moscatel MA,
Rosenblum JD, Leef JA. Experience with tunneled femoral
hemodialysis catheters. Am J Roentgenol. 1999 Feb;172(2):493-6.
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Arterial
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31
62
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