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RF Probe Kit, Straight-22-54-Black, PMK-22-54
$2,641.95
- Medex SKU:
- AVA-PMK-22-54
- Packing Info:
- 1/Each
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- 7 - 10 Business Days
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Description
The Avanos PMK-22-54 (also listed under the PMP-22-54 series) is a specialty short-length Nitinol Radiofrequency (RF) Probe. It is a reusable medical instrument designed to deliver radiofrequency energy to targeted nerves for thermal ablation in chronic pain management procedures.
The hub of this probe is color-coded black, specifically to signify its 22-gauge compatibility.
Technical Specifications
Material: Nitinol (Nickel-Titanium "shape memory" alloy).
Length: 54 mm (approximately 2.1 inches).
Gauge: 22G (identified by the Black color-coding).
Tip Style: Straight.
Sterility: Non-Sterile (Reusable; must be steam-sterilized/autoclaved before each use).
Compatibility: Fully compatible with Avanos, Halyard, and Kimberly-Clark RF Pain Management Generators.
Key Features
Nitinol Super-Elasticity: The Nitinol construction makes the probe highly flexible and virtually kink-proof. It can flex during insertion into a cannula and will reliably return to its original straight shape, offering a significantly longer service life than stainless steel alternatives.
Optimized for Shallow Targets: The 54 mm length is specifically designed for nerves located close to the skin surface. It provides the clinician with better handling and safety in areas where a standard 100 mm probe would be excessively long.
Gauge-Specific Identification: The black color-coding on the hub allows the clinical team to quickly and accurately match the probe to the corresponding 22-gauge RF cannula at a glance.
High Durability: Engineered to withstand the rigors of repeated autoclave cycles, making it a cost-effective and sustainable solution for high-volume clinical settings.
Primary Uses
The 54 mm, 22-gauge straight probe is commonly used for Shallow Conventional RF Neurotomy, including:
Cervical Medial Branch Ablation: Targeting nerves in the neck to treat chronic headaches and facet-joint pain.
Thoracic Medial Branch Ablation: For mid-back pain where the anatomy is shallower than the lumbar region.
Procedures in Thin or Pediatric Patients: Where shallow targets require precise, short-needle access to avoid over-penetration.
Stellate Ganglion Procedures: For certain sympathetic nerve blocks requiring thermal RF energy delivery.