Description

The Peristeen Plus balloon catheter by Coloplast is an integral component of the Peristeen Plus transanal irrigation (TAI) system, designed to assist individuals in managing bowel incontinence and constipation. This single-use rectal catheter is crafted to create an effective seal in the rectum, ensuring water retention during irrigation for optimal bowel emptying.

Intended Use

• Target Audience: Suitable for children (aged 2 and older), adolescents, and adults with neurogenic bowel dysfunction, fecal incontinence, or chronic constipation.
• Administration: Can be self-administered or used with assistance, ideally under the guidance of a healthcare professional.

Key Features

• Size Options: Available in Regular and Small sizes to accommodate different needs.
• Design: Smooth, flexible, and coated for comfortable insertion.
• Ease of Use: Equipped with a large finger grip and a turquoise insertion dot for correct placement.
• Secure Connection: Twist and lock mechanism provides a clear indication when properly connected to the system.
• Balloon Mechanism: Inflates to maintain position without manual support, enhancing convenience during use.

Material and Safety

• Latex-Free: Ensures compatibility for those with latex sensitivities.
• Leakproof and Odour Control: Designed to be water-resistant with low odour control.
• Universal Connector: Ensures compatibility with the Peristeen Plus system.

Packaging and Disposal

• Packaging: Supplied in boxes containing 15 catheters.
• Disposal: Used catheters should be disposed of with household waste in their original packaging.

Safety Precautions

• Non-Reusable and Non-Sterile: Store at room temperature, away from sunlight.
• Contraindications: Includes conditions such as anal or colorectal stenosis, active colorectal cancer, and severe inflammatory bowel disease, among others.
• Professional Guidance: Initial use should be supervised by a trained healthcare professional to mitigate risks such as bowel perforation.

Certification

Certified by ARTGA where applicable, the Peristeen Plus balloon catheter is a specialized medical device intended for sale by or on the order of a physician, ensuring it meets high standards of safety and efficacy for its intended users.