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Nitinol RF Probe, Curved-145, PMK-145C-N
$3,726.95
- Medex SKU:
- AVA-PMK-145C-N
- Packing Info:
- 1/Each
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- 7 - 10 Business Days
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Description
The Avanos PMK-145C-N is a Nitinol Radiofrequency (RF) Probe. This is an extended-length, reusable medical device used in pain management to deliver radiofrequency energy to nerves for thermal ablation (neurotomy).
The "PMK" series is manufactured from Nitinol (Nickel-Titanium), which offers superior flexibility and "shape memory" compared to stainless steel. The "-N" suffix indicates it is a Non-Sterile device that must be steam-sterilized (autoclaved) before each use.
Technical Specifications
Material: Nitinol (Super-elastic alloy).
Length: 145 mm (approximately 5.7 inches).
Tip Style: Curved (designed for steering and precise placement against anatomical landmarks).
Sterility: Non-Sterile (Reusable; requires sterilization).
Compatibility: Fully compatible with Avanos/Halyard/Kimberly-Clark RF Pain Management Generators.
Key Features
Extended Reach: At 145 mm, this probe is significantly longer than the standard 100 mm models. It is essential for reaching deep-seated nerves or for performing procedures on patients with a larger body habitus.
Nitinol Flexibility: The super-elastic nature of Nitinol allows the probe to navigate through curved cannulae without kinking. Its "shape memory" ensures it maintains its specific curved profile once deployed at the target site.
Precision Steering: The curved tip allows the clinician to "hug" bony structures, such as the vertebral body or the sacroiliac joint, ensuring the resulting lesion properly covers the target nerve.
Durability: Built to withstand the high temperatures and pressure of repeated autoclave cycles, making it a cost-effective solution for high-volume clinical settings.
Primary Uses
This 145 mm curved probe is primarily utilized for Deep-Tissue Radiofrequency Neurotomy, including:
Lumbar Medial Branch Ablation: In patients where a standard length probe is insufficient to reach the target facet joint nerves.
Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Denervation: Navigating the complex and deep anatomy of the sacrum.
Splanchnic Nerve Blocks: Targeting deep sympathetic nerves for chronic abdominal pain management.
Deep Peripheral Nerve Ablation: Any procedure requiring the durability of Nitinol with a nearly 6-inch reach.