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ON-Q Disposable Tunneler, 17G, 8", T17X8
$695.95
- Medex SKU:
- AVA-T17X8
- Packing Info:
- 5/Case
- Usually Ships:
- 7 - 10 Business Days
Description
The T17X8 is used to create a "tunnel" through subcutaneous tissue, allowing a clinician to exit a catheter at a site distant from the primary surgical incision. This technique is clinically significant for:
Reducing Infection Risk: Moving the catheter exit site away from the surgical wound prevents bacteria from "wicking" into the healing incision.
Catheter Stability: The tunnel provides a secure path that anchors the catheter, reducing the likelihood of accidental dislodgment during patient movement.
the T17X8 is classified as a Subcutaneous Incisional Tunneler with T-Peel Sheath. It is a sterile, single-use surgical instrument used to facilitate the placement of regional anesthesia catheters (specifically for the ON-Q* Pain Relief System).
Design Features
Feature Clinical Utility 8-Inch Length Designed for "long-tunneling" applications, such as truncal blocks (TAP blocks) or large abdominal/thoracic surgical sites. 17 Gauge Diameter A slender profile that minimizes tissue trauma and reduces the size of the exit puncture. T-Peel Sheath An integrated plastic sleeve that stays in the tunnel after the metal rod is removed. The catheter is threaded through this sheath, which then "peels" away, leaving the catheter in a clean, non-traumatized path. Ergonomic Handle Provides the surgeon with high tactile feedback and directional control when navigating dense subcutaneous layers or fascia.
| Feature | Clinical Utility |
| 8-Inch Length | Designed for "long-tunneling" applications, such as truncal blocks (TAP blocks) or large abdominal/thoracic surgical sites. |
| 17 Gauge Diameter | A slender profile that minimizes tissue trauma and reduces the size of the exit puncture. |
| T-Peel Sheath | An integrated plastic sleeve that stays in the tunnel after the metal rod is removed. The catheter is threaded through this sheath, which then "peels" away, leaving the catheter in a clean, non-traumatized path. |
| Ergonomic Handle | Provides the surgeon with high tactile feedback and directional control when navigating dense subcutaneous layers or fascia. |