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MPN: DEX12
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Support Band enhance controlled use?
Yes, the Convatec Cure Medical Dextra system includes an integrated Support Band. This feature is specifically designed to: * Facilitate controlled manipulation of the device. * Eliminate the need for the user to grip the system with both hands, enhancing usability during the single-use procedure.
Is this catheter intended for single use?
Yes, the Convatec Cure Medical Dextra Closed System is specifically designed for single-use. This adherence to single-use maximizes hygiene and minimizes the risk of contamination, complementing its innovative closed system and Tip Advancing Technology.
Does the system allow for controlled, contact-free use?
Yes, the Convatec Cure Medical Dextra Closed System is engineered for highly controlled and hygienic use, minimizing contact during catheterization.
Key features ensuring controlled and contact-free advancement:
- Tip Advancing Technology: This proprietary mechanism allows the pre-lubricated catheter to move into the body without requiring direct physical contact with the catheter tip, significantly enhancing hygiene.
- Precise Control: The system utilizes a Gripper Arrow mechanism. The catheter advances only on the full forward stroke and is designed not to retract during the back stroke, ensuring stable, consistent placement.
- Enhanced Stability: A dedicated Support Band is integrated into the design, enabling controlled manipulation of the entire device, often allowing users to manage it without needing a two-handed grip.
- Smooth Functionality: The catheter comes pre-lubricated and has highly polished eyelets for comfortable and optimal performance.
How many closed systems are in each case?
The Convatec Cure Medical Dextra Closed System is packaged with 90 units per case (90/cs). This provides a substantial supply of the sterile, single-use catheter systems.
Is catheter insertion contact-free and hygienic?
Yes, the Convatec Cure Medical Dextra Closed System is specifically designed for enhanced hygiene and controlled, contact-free catheterization.
Key features supporting this include:
- Tip Advancing Technology: This proprietary mechanism uses a Gripper Arrow on the integrated 1000 ml collection bag. It allows users to advance the pre-lubricated catheter tip into the body without ever touching the catheter itself.
- Sterile Closed System: The catheter and integrated 1000 ml collection bag are provided as a sterile, single-use system, minimizing potential contamination.
- Non-Retracting Design: The catheter advances with each forward stroke of the Gripper Arrow and does not retract upon the back stroke, further maintaining hygiene.
- Controlled Handling: A Support Band is included, allowing for controlled manipulation of the device without requiring a firm two-handed grip.
Does this closed system offer smooth, controlled insertion?
Yes, the Convatec Cure Medical Dextra Closed System is engineered for a smooth, controlled, and highly hygienic catheterization experience. It uses several innovative features to achieve this:
- Smooth Advancement: The catheter features a pre-lubricated tip and polished eyelets to reduce friction and ensure a comfortable, easy glide.
- Controlled, Touch-Free Insertion: The Tip Advancing Technology uses the Gripper Arrow mechanism to move the catheter without direct manual contact with the catheter tip, significantly improving hygiene and control during advancement.
- Support Band for Stability: A built-in Support Band allows for controlled manipulation of the device without the need to grip it with both hands, promoting steady and accurate insertion.
- Integrated Closed System: The sterile, single-use system includes an integrated 1000 ml collection bag for maximum convenience and sterility.
Does Tip Advancing Technology ensure contact-free insertion?
Yes, the Tip Advancing Technology is a key feature of the Dextra Closed System. It is designed specifically to facilitate contact-free catheter insertion, which significantly enhances hygiene and minimizes the risk of contamination during the catheterization process.
What is the capacity of the integrated collection bag?
The Convatec Cure Medical Dextra Closed System includes a conveniently integrated collection bag designed for comprehensive single use.
- The collection bag has a capacity of 1000 ml.
- This integration ensures the system is self-contained and sterile, simplifying the intermittent catheterization process and providing convenience in various settings.
What French sizes are offered?
The Convatec Cure Medical Dextra Closed System is available in the following French (FR) sizes, all featuring a Straight Tip and designed for Unisex use:
- 12 FR
- 14 FR
- 16 FR
These sterile, single-use closed systems are packaged in cases containing 90 units.
Is the Dextra Closed System designed for unisex use?
Yes, the Convatec Cure Medical Dextra Closed System is explicitly designed for unisex use.
This sterile, single-use system is optimized for controlled and hygienic self-catheterization, featuring several design elements to enhance user experience:
- A pre-lubricated catheter tip with polished eyelets.
- An integrated 1000 ml collection bag.
- Tip Advancing Technology utilizing a Gripper Arrow and a Support Band for minimal contact and controlled operation during insertion.