Description
The BALLARD 16Fr 5.3mm 54cm Closed Suction System is an advanced medical device designed for effective airway management in ventilated adult patients. This closed suction catheter system is engineered to maintain continuous ventilation during suctioning, significantly reducing the risk of infection and cross-contamination.
Key Features
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Size and Material: The catheter features a 16 French (Fr) diameter, measuring 5.3 mm in width and 54 cm in length. Constructed from PVC, it is free from natural rubber latex and DEHP, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of patients.
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Sterility and Usage: Each catheter is gamma sterilized and intended for single use, with a validated usage duration of up to 72 hours, depending on configuration.
Design and Functionality
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Catheter Design: The soft, low durometer catheter minimizes tracheal trauma. It includes tactile sleeve and depth markings for precise suction depth measurement, with centimeter markings and a distinctive orange color for easy identification.
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Control Mechanisms: Equipped with a locking thumb port for suction control and a one-way or two-way cleaning port for saline flushing. The system also offers integrated Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) port options and a double swivel elbow for flexible connection.
Cleaning Technology
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BALLARD Technology: Features a unique, isolated, vacuum-sealed turbulent cleaning chamber, enhancing catheter tip cleanliness by up to 89% compared to standard systems. Patented PEEP seal technology helps reduce PEEP loss and prevents inadvertent lavage.
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Lavage Port: The one-way lavage port is designed to prevent sprayback, ensuring a safer and cleaner operation.
Additional Configurations
- WET PAK Options: Includes 5ml saline bullets or 12 aseptically filled saline vials, depending on the configuration.
Intended Use
This system is specifically designed for tracheostomy and endotracheal suctioning, aiming to reduce the risk of Ventilator Associated Events (VAE). Packaged with a shelf life of three years, it is available in cases of 20, providing a reliable solution for healthcare providers.
Maintenance Guidelines
Healthcare professionals are advised to insert the catheter to a premeasured depth, applying suction only during withdrawal. Cleaning is facilitated by flushing with saline through the dedicated port, with catheter replacement typically occurring weekly or as per hospital protocol.
