Sterimed Steri Vac Set Closed Wound Section Unit 500 ml (SMD 1003) (FG 16) 1's
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Description
The Sterimed Steri Vac Set is a closed wound drainage system designed for use after surgical procedures. It operates under negative pressure to gently remove fluids, such as blood and pus, that can accumulate at a wound site. This process helps in preventing fluid buildup, which can reduce the risk of infection and support the body's natural healing process. The unit is made from non-toxic, non-irritant medical-grade PVC and is supplied in a sterile format for single-patient use.
Complete Drainage Kit: The set is supplied with all necessary components, including a flexible 500 ml bellow chamber with a hanger, a connecting tube, a "Y" connector, and two perforated radio-opaque catheters.
Low-Pressure Suction System: It features a compressible bellow unit that, when activated, creates a gentle negative pressure to continuously draw fluid away from the surgical site, promoting tissue approximation.
Designed for Clinical Observation: The drainage catheters are radio-opaque, making them visible in X-rays for placement verification, and the bellow chamber is graduated, allowing for easy measurement of the collected fluid volume.
Kink-Resistant Tubing: The flexible connecting tube is designed to resist kinking, which helps ensure an uninterrupted flow of drainage from the wound to the collection chamber.
Sterile, Single-Use Design: Each unit is sterile and individually packed in a peelable pouch to maintain sterility and is intended for single-patient use to prevent cross-contamination.
Q: What is a closed wound suction unit used for?
A: A closed wound suction unit is a medical device used after surgery to remove fluids, such as blood and pus, that can collect in the wound area. This is done under negative pressure to help reduce the risk of infection and promote healing.
Q: Is this a single-use product?
A: Yes, the Sterimed Steri-Vac Set is sterile and intended for single-use only to maintain aseptic conditions and prevent cross-contamination.
Q: What does the 'FG 16' in the product name signify?
A: The 'FG 16' refers to the French Gauge size of the drainage catheter, which indicates its diameter. Different sizes are available to suit various drainage needs.
Q: What components are included in this set?
A: The set typically contains a flexible bottle chamber with a hanger, a connecting tube, and a needle with a perforated catheter. It may also include an additional separate perforated catheter.
Q: Should this device be managed by a patient at home?
A: This is a medical device intended for use by or under the supervision of a healthcare professional. They will manage the device and monitor the drainage. It is not intended for unguided patient use.
The Sterimed Steri Vac Set is a closed wound drainage system designed for use after surgical procedures. It operates under negative pressure to gently remove fluids, such as blood and pus, that can...
Key Benefits
Aids in post-operative recovery by draining fluids that could otherwise delay wound healing.
Helps lower the incidence of post-surgical wound infections and hematomas by keeping the wound site free from fluid accumulation.
The closed-system design minimizes the risk of the wound being exposed to external contaminants.
Aids in post-operative recovery by draining fluids that could otherwise delay wound healing.
Helps lower the incidence of post-surgical wound infections and hematomas by keeping the wound site ...
Direction for Use/Dosage
This device is intended for use by a qualified healthcare professional.
The professional will place the perforated catheter near the surgical incision.
The bellow unit is then compressed to create a vacuum, which suctions fluid into the chamber.
To empty, open the outlet port, drain the contents into a suitable container for measurement and disposal, and clean the port as per medical protocol.
Re-compress the bellow unit fully and close the port to reactivate the suction.
The skin around the drain insertion site should be cleaned regularly as instructed by a healthcare provider.
This device is intended for use by a qualified healthcare professional.
The professional will place the perforated catheter near the surgical incision.
The bellow unit is then compressed to...
Safety Information/Precaution
For single-patient use only; do not clean, re-sterilize, or reuse the device.
Use of this device should be performed or supervised by a qualified medical professional.
Consult a healthcare professional immediately if you observe signs of infection such as fever, increased pain, swelling, redness, or foul-smelling drainage.
Contact your doctor if the drainage tube falls out, the stitches holding it become loose, or if the unit stops collecting fluid.
This product is made with PVC; do not use it if the patient has a known sensitivity or allergy to this material.
Discard the device after use according to biomedical waste disposal guidelines.
For single-patient use only; do not clean, re-sterilize, or reuse the device.
Use of this device should be performed or supervised by a qualified medical professional.
Consult a healthcare ...
Other Information
The set is sterile and comes individually packed in a peelable pouch.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
The catheter size is FG 16, which is color-coded orange.
The set includes an option to use one or two catheters simultaneously.
The set is sterile and comes individually packed in a peelable pouch.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
The catheter size is FG 16, which is color-coded ora...