Umbilical Artery Catheter
Sizes: 3.5 FR to 8.0 FR
An umbilical artery catheter (UAC) is a slender, pliable tube placed into the umbilical artery of a neonate for the purpose of monitoring and treatment. The use of UAC in NICUs allows for the continuous monitoring of blood pressure, blood sampling at short intervals, and fluid or medication administration without the need for repeated venipuncture. It is constructed from soft, medical-grade materials and has depth markings to guarantee safe and precise placement along with reliable vascular access for critically ill infants
Product Features
Designed for intermittent or continuous access to the umbilical vessels of newborn or pre-mature infants.
Suitable for monitoring blood pressure, withdrawal of blood for sampling without repeated needle pricks, intra venous Infusion and exchange transfusion etc.
Smooth round tip helps easy cannulation and silk finish surface further facilitates the passage of catheter in the vein / artery.
Open distal end without lateral eyes, eliminates the chance of clot formation in the blind spaces.
Radio opaque line is provided for X-ray visualization.
Clear scale markings at every cm helps to ascertain depth of insertion.
Proximal end is fitted with female luer mount for convenient connection to I.V therapy equipment.
Individually packed in peelable Pack.
Sterile, ready for use.
Technical Specifications
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