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CareFusion PleurX - User Manual

CareFusion PleurX
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PleurX
Pleural Catheter Kit
Cat. 50-7000B
CareFusion
1500 Waukegan Road
McGaw Park, IL 60085 USA
361-26801 2012-04
For product inquiries or technical assistance,
please call (800) 653-6827
SafetyGlide is a trademark of Becton Dickinson, Inc.
Point-Lok is a registered trademark
of Smiths Medical, ASD, Inc.
Filter Straw is a registered trademark
of B. Braun, Inc.
PleurX is a trademark or registered trademark
of CareFusion Corporation, or one of its subsidiaries.
© Copyright 2012, 2011, 2010, CareFusion Corporation,
or one of its subsidiaries. All rights reserved.
Instructions for Use
Rx Only
USA
For Pleural Placement Only
Sterile
For Single Use Only
Proofed by: Date:
Dimensions checked: Copy checked:
RC041264
McGaw Park, IL
Richard Cisneroz
04-05-12
361-26801
LATEX
DEHP
Product and packaging
do not contain natural
rubber latex.
Contains
phthalates

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Summary

Instructions for Use

Kit Contents

Lists all components included in the PleurX Pleural Catheter Kit, detailing preparation, placement, closing, drainage, and dressing items.

PleurX Pleural Catheter Description

Describes the PleurX Pleural Catheter's structure, including its fenestrated silicone catheter, valve mechanism, and polyester cuff.

Indications and Contraindications

Specifies medical conditions for use and lists situations where the PleurX Pleural Catheter Kit should not be used.

Warnings and Cautions

Provides critical safety alerts and important considerations for handling, placement, and drainage to ensure proper function.

Sterility and General Guidelines

Details product sterility, single-use policy, and offers general advice for performing the pleural placement procedure.

Suggested Placement Procedure

Provides a detailed, step-by-step guide for the surgical placement of the PleurX Pleural Catheter.

Drainage Procedure

Outlines the step-by-step process for performing fluid drainage using the PleurX catheter and associated drainage lines.

Subsequent Drainage and Catheter Removal

Guides on ongoing drainage, patient/caregiver instruction, and steps for safely removing the implanted catheter.

Component Addenda

BD SafetyGlide Needle

Instructions and safety precautions for using the BD SafetyGlide™ needle, focusing on its safety mechanism.

POLYSORB Sutures

Information on POLYSORB™ coated, braided synthetic absorbable sutures, including indications and properties.

Silk Suture

Details on Silk Suture (USP 2-0 Braided, Black), including its composition, indications, and handling precautions.

Portex Point-Lok Sharps Safety Device

Instructions and safety information for the Portex® Point-Lok® needle protection device.

Summary

Instructions for Use

Kit Contents

Lists all components included in the PleurX Pleural Catheter Kit, detailing preparation, placement, closing, drainage, and dressing items.

PleurX Pleural Catheter Description

Describes the PleurX Pleural Catheter's structure, including its fenestrated silicone catheter, valve mechanism, and polyester cuff.

Indications and Contraindications

Specifies medical conditions for use and lists situations where the PleurX Pleural Catheter Kit should not be used.

Warnings and Cautions

Provides critical safety alerts and important considerations for handling, placement, and drainage to ensure proper function.

Sterility and General Guidelines

Details product sterility, single-use policy, and offers general advice for performing the pleural placement procedure.

Suggested Placement Procedure

Provides a detailed, step-by-step guide for the surgical placement of the PleurX Pleural Catheter.

Drainage Procedure

Outlines the step-by-step process for performing fluid drainage using the PleurX catheter and associated drainage lines.

Subsequent Drainage and Catheter Removal

Guides on ongoing drainage, patient/caregiver instruction, and steps for safely removing the implanted catheter.

Component Addenda

BD SafetyGlide Needle

Instructions and safety precautions for using the BD SafetyGlide™ needle, focusing on its safety mechanism.

POLYSORB Sutures

Information on POLYSORB™ coated, braided synthetic absorbable sutures, including indications and properties.

Silk Suture

Details on Silk Suture (USP 2-0 Braided, Black), including its composition, indications, and handling precautions.

Portex Point-Lok Sharps Safety Device

Instructions and safety information for the Portex® Point-Lok® needle protection device.

CareFusion PleurX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Catheter MaterialSilicone
Drainage Bottle Capacity1000 mL
SterilitySterile
Latex-FreeYes
Catheter Size15.5 Fr
Catheter Diameter5.2 mm
PackagingIndividually packaged

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