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Frequently asked questions
What features ensure high flow and balance?
The Cathlon IV Catheters are engineered with a unique combination of features to optimize performance, securement, and user handling:
- Enhanced Flow Rate: They feature a thinwall catheter design made from durable FEP polymer, which allows for significantly higher flow rates compared to standard wall catheters. This often permits the use of a smaller gauge device for the same required infusion speed.
- Optimal Handling and Securement: The integrated metal hub construction provides superior balance and weight, mimicking traditional metal devices. This metal hub also facilitates secure suturing when required, using the integrated suture rings for additional securement.
- Minimized Insertion Trauma: A finely tapered catheter tip is engineered to ease insertions, thereby reducing trauma to the insertion site and improving patient comfort.
What catheter gauges and lengths are available?
The Cathlon IV Catheters are offered in a variety of gauges and lengths to meet different clinical requirements.
Available Sizes:
- 14 Gauge (G): 1¼” length
- 16 Gauge (G): 1¼” and 2” lengths
- 18 Gauge (G): 1¼” and 1¾” lengths
- 20 Gauge (G): 1” and 1¼” lengths
- 22 Gauge (G): 1” length
Do the catheters offer different radiopaque material options?
Yes, these catheters are made from durable FEP polymer and are available in configurations specifically designed to enhance visualization during placement and subsequent imaging.The available options include:* Radiopaque: Standard radiopaque material for clear visibility under fluoroscopy or X-ray.* Striped Radiopaque: Features radiopacity combined with visual markings for guidance.* Clear (Non-radiopaque): A completely clear option is also available for specific clinical needs.A key benefit across all material types is the translucent construction, which ensures consistent and easy visualization of the blood flashback upon successful insertion.
What is the standard case quantity?
The ICU Medical Cathlon IV Catheters are supplied in bulk quantities suitable for clinical use. The standard case configuration is:
- 50 units per box
- 4 boxes per case
This results in a total of 200 catheters supplied per full case.
How does the metal hub improve balance and securement?
The metal hub is a key enhancement to the Cathlon IV Catheters, specifically engineered to improve both handling and device security:
- Optimal Balance and Weight: The metal construction provides superior weight distribution and balance, offering clinicians a precise and confident tactile feel during insertion.
- Secure Suturing: The hub is designed for secure suturing, which enables firm and reliable anchoring of the catheter.
- Additional Securement: The catheter design also includes suture rings for added device stabilization during placement.
Does the tip minimize tissue trauma during insertion?
Yes, the ICU Medical Cathlon IV Catheters are engineered with a finely tapered catheter tip. This feature is specifically designed to ease the insertion process and minimize associated tissue trauma during placement.
Does the thinwall design improve flow rates?
Yes, the Cathlon IV Catheters feature a thinwall design specifically engineered to provide higher flow rates compared to standard wall catheters. This enhanced flow rate may allow clinical personnel to use a smaller gauge device while maintaining the necessary throughput.
Do these catheters come with suture rings?
Yes, suture rings are included for additional securement.
Does the catheter provide clear flashback visualization?
Yes, the ICU Medical Cathlon IV Catheters are designed for easy and consistent flashback visualization during insertion, which is crucial for confirming successful venous access. This is achieved through the catheter’s specialized construction:
- Translucent FEP Polymer: The shaft material allows for clear and immediate visibility of blood return.
- Visualization Options: The catheter is available in clear non-radiopaque, standard radiopaque, or striped radiopaque configurations, all engineered to ensure superior visualization characteristics.
A self-venting, removable flash plug is also included to streamline the cannulation process.
Are safety features included with these catheters?
Yes, these catheters are offered in different configurations, including options both with safety features and without safety features (w/out Safety).
The availability of safety mechanisms depends entirely on the specific product variant chosen. Please verify the configuration details when selecting your order to ensure it meets your requirements.