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- Weight: 4.0 lb
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Dukal Corporation
Ships from MFI Medical
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MPN: 9550
- Phone: (800) 243-0741
Frequently asked questions
Are these Dukal Pressure Dots sterile?
Yes, the Dukal Pressure Dots are supplied in sterile configurations, making them ideal for use in aseptic procedures and for applying targeted pressure to insertion sites. They function as a superior alternative to conventional folded gauze.
The product is guaranteed sterile unless the individual package integrity is compromised or opened. They are available in convenient sterile packaging options to meet various procedural needs:
- 1 dot per individual package
- 2 dots per individual package
How do the pressure dots improve site compression?
The Dukal Pressure Dots are specifically engineered as 1-inch (2.54 cm) non-woven gauze spheres to provide superior, consistent, and targeted pressure compared to manually folded standard gauze.
Key benefits include:
- Maximized Pressure: The precise spherical form concentrates pressure directly onto the insertion site (e.g., post-IV or venipuncture), maximizing hemostasis efficiency where it is most needed.
- Standardized Application: They offer a convenient, ready-to-use alternative to folding 4” x 4” gauze pads, ensuring standardized pressure application across procedures.
- Material Quality: Constructed from non-woven gauze for effective absorption and distribution of pressure.
- Sterile Configuration: The dots are available in sterile options, making them suitable for aseptic medical procedures.
Are the pressure dots made of soft, non-woven gauze?
Yes, Dukal Pressure Dots are specifically manufactured from non-woven gauze material. This composition ensures they are soft and comfortable while maintaining the structure needed for effective, targeted pressure.
Key features related to their construction include:
- Material: Non-woven gauze for gentleness and absorption.
- Form Factor: Precision-engineered as a 1-inch (2.54 cm) sphere.
- Benefit: Provides focused pressure directly onto an insertion site, often serving as a more efficient alternative to folding traditional 4” x 4” gauze pads.
They are also available in a sterile configuration, ensuring suitability for aseptic medical procedures.
Do these dots offer highly targeted pressure?
The Dukal Pressure Dots are purpose-built to deliver highly focused, targeted pressure to insertion sites, such as those following venipuncture or catheter insertion.
This precise application is achieved through their unique design and features:
- 1-Inch Sphere Form: Manufactured from non-woven gauze, the dots are formed into a compact 1-inch (2.54 cm) sphere, maximizing pressure concentration exactly where it is needed.
- Superior Replacement: They serve as an efficient and convenient alternative to using—and manually folding—a conventional 4” x 4” gauze pad for localized hemostasis.
- Sterile Availability: The dots are supplied in sterile packaging options (1 or 2 dots per pack), ensuring they meet the high standards required for professional medical procedures.
Are Pressure Dots designed for targeted pressure?
Yes, Dukal Pressure Dots are specifically designed to deliver precise, localized pressure directly to a puncture or insertion site. They offer a streamlined, ready-to-use alternative to manually folding standard 4” x 4” gauze pads in clinical settings. The targeted pressure capability is achieved through their unique design features:
- Form Factor: The dots are spherical, which concentrates the necessary pressure exactly where needed for effective hemostasis.
- Size: Each dot measures approximately 1 inch (2.54 cm) in diameter, ensuring the application is focused and controlled.
- Material: They are constructed from non-woven gauze spheres, offering reliable absorption and structural integrity.
- Sterile Availability: The product is available in sterile configurations (1 or 2 dots per pouch), making them suitable for aseptic procedures such as phlebotomy or IV insertions.
Do these pressure dots provide focused pressure?
Yes, the Dukal Pressure Dots are specifically engineered to deliver highly focused and targeted mechanical pressure to insertion sites, which is their primary benefit over standard dressings.
Key features that enable this precise application include:
- Unique Spherical Shape: Formed from non-woven gauze into a consistent 1-inch (2.54 cm) sphere, the dots concentrate pressure exactly where it is needed, optimizing hemostasis after procedures like venipuncture or catheter insertion.
- High-Quality Material: They are constructed from non-woven gauze for reliable structural integrity.
- Convenient Alternative: They function as a highly efficient replacement for folding and applying standard 4” x 4” gauze pads.
- Sterility: The dots are supplied in sterile configurations (available in 1 or 2 dots per individual package) for use in aseptic medical settings.
Is high-quality non-woven gauze used?
Yes, the Dukal Pressure Dots are made from specialized non-woven gauze material, designed into a unique spherical shape for targeted medical applications. This construction offers several key advantages:
- Targeted Pressure: They are formed into precise 1-inch (2.54 cm) spheres to deliver consistent, focused pressure directly to insertion sites (e.g., post-phlebotomy or IV sites).
- Convenience: These dots are a superior, ready-to-use substitute for manually folding standard 4” x 4” gauze pads.
- Sterile Condition: All available configurations are supplied sterile, ensuring suitability for clinical procedures requiring aseptic technique.
They are manufactured by Dukal Corporation, a trusted name in medical supplies.
What specific sterile configurations are available?
The Dukal Pressure Dots are offered in two sterile configurations, ensuring aseptic technique while providing a convenient, pre-formed 1-inch (2.54 cm) non-woven sphere for targeted pressure.
The difference between the options is the quantity of dots included in each sterile packet. Both options are packaged with 50 packets per box and 10 boxes per case.
| Configuration SKU | Dots per Sterile Packet | Packets per Box | Boxes per Case |
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| DKL-9550 | 1 | 50 | 10 |
| DKL-9552 | 2 | 50 | 10 |
These ready-to-use spheres are designed as a superior alternative to manually folding standard 4” x 4” gauze pads.
How are the sterile pressure dots packaged?
The Dukal Pressure Dots are provided in two bulk configurations, both featuring the 1” (2.54 cm) non-woven gauze spheres designed for effective, targeted pressure. The dots are guaranteed to be sterile unless the individual packaging is damaged or opened.
The configurations differ based on the number of dots included in the smallest sterile unit:
| Configuration | Contents per Sterile Pack | Packs per Box | Boxes per Case |
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| Single Dot | 1 Pressure Dot | 50 | 10 |
| Double Dot | 2 Pressure Dots | 50 | 10 |
Are these dots ideal for post-insertion care?
Yes, Dukal Pressure Dots are specifically engineered to provide highly effective and convenient post-insertion care, promoting hemostasis at injection or venipuncture sites. They are designed as an excellent alternative to folding standard 4” x 4” gauze pads.
Their benefits for post-procedure application include:
- Targeted Pressure: The unique 1-inch (2.54 cm) spherical form factor applies focused, consistent pressure exactly where it is needed.
- Suitable Uses: Ideal for procedures such as phlebotomy, IV starts, and other situations requiring localized pressure to manage minor bleeding.
- High Quality Material: Made from soft, effective non-woven gauze.
- Sterile Options: Available in sterile configurations (packaged 1 or 2 per packet) suitable for maintaining aseptic conditions in clinical environments.