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Radiofrequency Probes Kit-16-22-100-Curved-White, PMK-100C-N
$3,726.95
- Medex SKU:
- AVA-PMK-100C-N
- Packing Info:
- 1/Each
- Usually Ships:
- 7 - 10 Business Days
Description
The Avanos PMK-100C-N is a Nitinol Radiofrequency (RF) Probe. This is a high-performance, reusable medical device used in pain management procedures to deliver radiofrequency energy to targeted nerves, typically for nerve ablation (neurotomy).
The "PMK" prefix indicates it is part of the Nitinol probe line, which is favored for its "shape memory" and flexibility. The "-N" suffix denotes that it is a Non-Sterile item, meaning it must be steam-sterilized (autoclaved) before each use.
Technical Specifications
Material: Nitinol (Nickel-Titanium alloy).
Length: 100 mm (approximately 4 inches).
Tip Style: Curved (allows for more precise maneuvering and "steering" around anatomical structures like vertebrae).
Compatibility: Backward compatible with all existing Avanos/Halyard/Kimberly-Clark RF Pain Management Generators.
Usage: Reusable and Steam-Sterilizable.
Color Coding: Typically metallic with black or color-coded hubs to denote its specific configuration within the system.
Key Features
Nitinol Construction: Unlike stainless steel probes, Nitinol is super-elastic. This makes the probe highly resistant to kinking and allows it to return to its original shape even after significant bending during deep tissue entry.
Curved Tip Precision: The curved design is essential for procedures like medial branch blocks or sacroiliac joint ablation, where the physician needs to navigate the probe precisely against the bone or around a joint.
Durability and Reusability: Because it is made of durable Nitinol, it is designed to withstand repeated autoclave cycles, making it a cost-effective long-term solution for high-volume pain clinics.
Universal Fit: The probe is designed to fit perfectly within standard RF cannulae (the hollow needles through which the probe is inserted).
Primary Uses
This 100 mm curved probe is a "standard" size used for various RF ablation procedures, including:
Lumbar Medial Branch Neurotomy: For chronic low back pain originating from the facet joints.
Cervical Medial Branch Neurotomy: For chronic neck pain and headaches.
Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Denervation: Using multiple lesions to target the nerves supplying the SI joint.
Trigeminal Neuralgia: For targeted ablation in specialized facial pain procedures.