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PROLONG Continuous Nerve Block Set, PL19050GCA
$501.95
- Medex SKU:
- AVA-PL19050GCA
- Packing Info:
- 10/Case
- Usually Ships:
- 7 - 10 Business Days
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Description
The Avanos PL19050GCA is a PROLONG Continuous Nerve Block Set*. This medical kit is used in anesthesia and perioperative care to provide continuous regional anesthesia or analgesia to a patient, typically after surgery.
Unlike a single-injection nerve block, which wears off after a few hours, the PROLONG* set allows for a "continuous" block by leaving a catheter in place to deliver a steady stream of local anesthetic.
Key Technical Specifications
The code PL19050GCA details the following components:
ProLong Catheter:* A 21-gauge by 36-inch (914 mm) catheter.
Design: It features a closed-tip, 3-port design, which helps disperse the anesthetic evenly around the target nerve.
Depth Markings: Includes 360-degree depth markings to help the clinician ensure precise placement and monitor for any catheter migration.
Non-Stimulating: The catheter is "plastic non-stimulating," meaning it is designed for placement using ultrasound guidance rather than electrical nerve stimulation.
Key Features
Extended Pain Relief: Designed to bridge the gap between surgery and recovery by providing pain control for several days, often reducing the need for systemic opioids.
Large Bore (21G): The 21-gauge size provides a balance between ease of insertion and optimal flow rates for the anesthetic.
Kink Resistance: The material is engineered to be flexible yet resistant to kinking, ensuring the medication flow is not interrupted by patient movement.
Radiopacity: The catheter is typically visible under imaging to confirm placement if necessary.
Primary Uses
This set is used in Continuous Peripheral Nerve Blocks (CPNB) for:
Post-Surgical Pain Management: Commonly used after major orthopedic surgeries (e.g., total knee or shoulder replacement) or thoracic/abdominal surgeries.
Ambulatory Surgery: Patients can often be sent home with these catheters attached to a portable infusion pump (like the ON-Q* pump).
Opioid-Sparing Protocols: A core component of "Enhanced Recovery After Surgery" (ERAS) protocols to minimize the side effects of narcotic pain medications.