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Paracentesis Caldwell Cannula, 61443
$172.95
- Medex SKU:
- AVA-61443
- Packing Info:
- 1/Each
- Usually Ships:
- 7 - 10 Business Days
Description
The Avanos 61443 (formerly Halyard/Kimberly-Clark) is a Caldwell Paracentesis Cannula. It is a specialized 15-gauge instrument designed for high-volume abdominal fluid drainage. It is the "heavy-duty" version of the Caldwell series, utilizing a larger bore to maximize flow rates.
Key Features
High-Flow 15-Gauge Bore: This is a significantly larger diameter than the standard 18-gauge versions (61441/61442). It is specifically used when the ascitic fluid is thick or when the clinician needs to remove large volumes of fluid as quickly as possible.
Blunt-Tipped Safety Needle: The internal needle features a blunt tip, which acts as a safety mechanism. Once the skin and abdominal wall are penetrated, the blunt tip helps push organs aside rather than piercing them.
Four Offset Side-Holes: The cannula tip is engineered with four lateral ports. This "multi-port" design ensures that if one hole is blocked by the omentum or bowel, fluid continues to drain through the others, preventing procedural interruptions.
3.25-Inch Length: This is the standard length suitable for most adult patients.
Direct Suction Compatibility: The hub is designed to connect directly to vacuum bottles, wall suction, or gravity drainage bags, allowing for a closed-system fluid removal process.
Technical Specifications
Model Number: 61443
Needle Gauge: 15 G
Needle Length: 3.25 inches (82.55 mm)
Tip Style: Blunt-Tipped
Sterility: Sterile, Single-Use
Packaging: Sold in cases of 5 units.
Primary Uses
Rapid Large Volume Paracentesis (LVP): Ideal for therapeutic drainage in patients with severe ascites where 5–10 liters of fluid may need to be removed in a single session.
Management of Viscous Fluid: The 15G bore is better suited for draining fluid that may have a higher protein content or debris which might clog thinner 18G needles.
Emergency Decompression: Used when abdominal compartment syndrome or extreme respiratory distress requires the immediate reduction of intra-abdominal pressure.