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Curved Sharp RF Cannula, Radiopaque Marker, PMF18-145-10CS
$504.95
- Medex SKU:
- AVA-PMF18-145-10CS
- Packing Info:
- 1/Each
- Usually Ships:
- 7 - 10 Business Days
Description
The Avanos PMF18-145-10CS is a Radiopaque Curved Sharp Radiofrequency (RF) Cannula. This specialized needle is designed for interventional pain procedures where deep anatomical access and precise tip placement are required to perform thermal nerve ablation.
The model number specifies its dimensions: 18 Gauge thickness, 145 mm length, and a 10 mm active (uninsulated) tip.
Key Features
Extended Reach: The 145 mm length is specifically engineered for deep-seated nerves or for use in patients with a larger body habitus where standard 100 mm cannulae cannot reach the target.
Curved Sharp Design: The sharp, beveled tip facilitates smooth penetration through tough fascia and ligaments, while the curved shaft allows the clinician to "steer" the needle around bony obstructions to lie parallel to the target nerve.
Radiopaque Platinum Marker: Features a platinum band at the distal end of the active tip. This provides high-contrast visualization under fluoroscopy, allowing for precise verification of the lesion location before energy is applied.
Large Active Tip: The 10 mm active tip creates a broad thermal lesion, increasing the likelihood of successfully capturing the target nerve compared to smaller tips.
Full Shaft Insulation: The cannula is fully insulated except for the 10 mm tip, ensuring the RF energy is strictly localized to the target and protecting non-target tissues along the insertion path.
Technical Specifications
Model Number: PMF18-145-10CS
Cannula Gauge: 18 G
Cannula Length: 145 mm
Active Tip Length: 10 mm
Tip Shape: Curved Sharp
Sterility: Sterile, Single-Use
Color Code: Pink (18 Gauge)
Package Contents
The PMF18-145-10CS is typically sold in boxes of 10. Each sterile, individually pouched unit includes:
1 Curved Sharp RF Cannula: The 145 mm insulated 18G cannula with a 10 mm active tip and radiopaque marker.
1 Matching Stylet: A removable internal wire that maintains the needle's stiffness and prevents tissue from entering the lumen during insertion.
Primary Uses
Deep Lumbar Facet Denervation: Used to ablate the medial branch nerves in patients with significant soft tissue coverage.
Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Ablation: The 10 mm tip is ideal for targeting the lateral branches of the sacral nerves, which often requires a larger lesion area for effective pain relief.
Splanchnic Nerve Blocks: Utilized for deep sympathetic nerve targets in the thoracic or abdominal regions.
Large-Volume Lesioning: Preferred in any RF procedure where a wider "capture zone" is necessary to ensure the nerve is fully denervated.