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Condition:
Factory New
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Country of Origin: Japan
- Weight: 3.45 lb
- IV Catheter, 16G x 2", Gray, 50/bx, 4 bx/cs (SR*FF1651)
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MFR:
Terumo Medical Corp.
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MPN: 1SRFF1651
- Phone: (800) 888-3786
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Frequently asked questions
Do these catheters use unique flashback confirmation?
Yes, the Terumo Surflash IV Catheters utilize a unique flashback indication system designed to provide immediate and high placement certainty for medical staff.
This system ensures proper intravenous access by:
- Distinct Visual Confirmation: The flashback appears precisely in the space between the catheter body and the specially grooved insertion needle.
- Enhanced Assurance: This visual feature allows clinical professionals to confirm accurate venous placement quickly and reliably during the procedure.
Are the catheters made from quality materials?
The Terumo Surflash IV catheters are constructed from high-quality polyurethane. This material is specifically chosen because it offers unique, temperature-dependent benefits:
- Optimal Insertion: The polyurethane remains firm at room temperature, which provides the necessary rigidity and structural integrity to support proper insertion technique.
- Enhanced Patient Comfort: Once inserted, the material softens significantly when it reaches body temperature. This crucial feature helps minimize potential tissue trauma and maximizes patient comfort during the catheter’s dwell time.
How does Surflash confirm placement?
The Surflash IV Catheters utilize a specialized, unique flashback feature designed for high certainty of proper placement.
This mechanism works because the visual confirmation—the flashback—appears distinctly between the specially grooved insertion needle and the catheter itself. This provides medical staff with immediate and assured confirmation that the vessel has been successfully entered.
What catheter gauges and lengths are available?
The Terumo Surflash IV Catheters are offered in a broad selection of sizes suitable for various clinical needs, from large access points to pediatric applications.
Available Configurations:
- Gauges: The range spans from 14G through 24G.
- Lengths: Available lengths range from ¾ inch up to 2 inches.
These different sizes are easily identified using standard industry color coding on the catheter hub. Available colors include Gray, Orange, Green, Pink, Blue, and Yellow, allowing for rapid and accurate selection.
How many catheters are included in one case?
The Terumo Surflash IV Polyurethane Catheters are packaged in cases designed for clinical use.
The standard quantity breakdown is:
- Units per Box: 50 catheters
- Boxes per Case: 4 boxes
Therefore, a full case contains a total of 200 catheters.
Are these Surflash IV catheters factory new?
Yes, the Terumo Surflash IV Polyurethane Catheters are supplied in factory new condition, ensuring they meet high quality standards for reliable medical use.
How does the polyurethane material improve patient comfort?
The polyurethane construction provides a dual benefit by adjusting its firmness based on temperature:
- Firm for Insertion: The catheter material is firm at room temperature, which ensures the necessary stability and rigidity for accurate and precise placement during insertion.
- Soft for Comfort: Once the catheter is warmed by body temperature, it softens quickly. This allows the catheter to conform gently to the vein, significantly enhancing patient comfort during dwell time.
Does the polyurethane construction enhance patient comfort?
Yes, the Terumo Surflash IV Catheters are designed specifically for enhanced patient comfort due to their unique polyurethane construction.
This material provides a key dual benefit:
- It remains firm at room temperature to facilitate precise insertion by medical staff.
- Once inserted, the catheter softens significantly when reaching body temperature, which improves patient comfort during the period of intravenous access.
How does the unique flashback feature confirm placement?
The Terumo Surflash IV Catheters feature a unique mechanism designed to provide exceptional certainty of correct placement:
- The system uses a specially grooved insertion needle.
- When the vein is successfully accessed, the blood return (flashback) is visually confirmed.
- This visual cue appears specifically in the space between the grooved needle and the inner catheter wall.
- This immediate and distinct confirmation helps medical staff ensure proper technique execution.
Does the catheter material remain firm for insertion?
Yes, the Terumo Surflash IV Catheters are constructed using specialized polyurethane designed to optimize both insertion and patient comfort.
This material features dual temperature properties:
- Firmness at Room Temperature: The catheter remains firm at standard temperatures, which facilitates precise insertion and helps medical staff ensure proper technique execution.
- Softening at Body Temperature: Once placed and warmed inside the body, the polyurethane softens significantly. This property is intended to enhance patient comfort and potentially minimize tissue trauma during the dwell time.