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Curved Radiofrequency Probe, 18G, 145 mm Lens, PMP-18-145C
$1,807.95
- Medex SKU:
- AVA-PMP-18-145C
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- 1/Each
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- 7 - 10 Business Days
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Description
The Avanos PMP-18-145C (formerly Halyard/Kimberly-Clark) is a Reusable Curved Radiofrequency (RF) Probe. It is a precision-engineered instrument designed for deep-access interventional pain management, delivering thermal or pulsed RF energy to target nerves through a compatible cannula.
The model number specifies its dimensions: 18 Gauge thickness and 145 mm length.
Key Features
Extended Reach (145 mm): This probe is specialized for procedures requiring greater depth, such as those on patients with a larger body habitus or when targeting deep spinal structures that a standard 100 mm probe cannot reach.
Curved Tip Design: The distal end is curved to match the geometry of "CS" (Curved Sharp) or "CB" (Curved Blunt) cannulae. This ensures optimal contact between the probe's active tip and the internal wall of the cannula for efficient energy transfer.
Nitinol Construction: Typically made from super-elastic Nitinol, the probe can be inserted through curved or straight cannulae without kinking and will return to its original shape.
Integrated Thermocouple: Contains a temperature sensor at the tip that provides real-time feedback to the RF generator, ensuring the lesion temperature (often 80°C) is maintained accurately for safety and efficacy.
Reusable & Sterilizable: This is a multi-use, non-sterile device. It is designed to be steam-sterilized (autoclaved) between procedures, making it a cost-effective choice for clinical settings.
Color-Coded Stylet/Hub: Features a Pink color-coded indicator (standard for 18G) to allow clinicians to quickly match the probe with the correct 18-gauge cannula.
Technical Specifications
Model Number: PMP-18-145C
Probe Gauge: 18 G
Probe Length: 145 mm (14.5 cm)
Tip Shape: Curved
Sterility: Non-Sterile (Reusable; requires autoclaving)
Compatibility: Designed for use with any 18G, 145 mm Avanos RF Cannula.
Primary Uses
Deep Lumbar Medial Branch Neurotomy: The 18G thickness provides superior stability and a robust thermal lesion, which is often preferred for the deep tissue of the lumbar region in larger patients.
Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Denervation: The extended 14.5 cm length is ideal for reaching the lateral branch nerves of the sacrum at depths where standard needles may fall short.
Splanchnic Nerve Blocks: Used for deep sympathetic nerve targets in the thoracic or abdominal regions where precision and length are essential.