Indications For Use; Contraindications; Potential Complications - MedComp SPLIT CATH III Gebrauchsanleitung

INDICATIONS FOR USE

• The Medcomp
Long-Term vascular access for Hemodialysis and Apheresis.
• It may be inserted percutaneously and is primarily placed in the internal
jugular vein.
• Alternate insertion sites include the subclavian vein.
• Catheters greater than 40cm are intended for femoral vein insertion.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

• This catheter is intended for Long-Term vascular access only and should not
be used for any purpose other than indicated in these instructions.
DESCRIPTION
• The versatility of the Split Cath® III allows the lumens to be split to form two
free floating lumens to help eliminate catheter occlusion by the vessel.
• The Split Cath® III is manufactured from soft radiopaque polyurethane
material which provides increased patient comfort while providing excellent
biocompatibility.
POTENTIAL COMPLICATIONS
• Air Embolus
•
Bacteremia
•
Brachial Plexus Injury
•
Cardiac Arrhythmia
• Cardiac Tamponade
• Central Venous Thrombosis
• Endocarditis
• Exit Site Infection
• Exsanguination
• Femoral Artery Bleed
• Femoral Nerve Damage
•
Hematoma
•
Hemorrhage
•
Hemothorax
• Inferior Vena Cava Puncture
• Laceration of the Vessel
• Lumen Thrombosis
• Mediastinal Injury
• Perforation of the Vessel
• Pleural Injury
• Pneumothorax
• Retroperitoneal Bleed
•
Right Atrial Puncture
•
Septicemia
•
Subclavian Artery Puncture
• Subcutaneous Hematoma
• Superior Vena Cava Puncture
• Thoracic Duct Laceration
• Tunnel Infection
• Vascular Thrombosis
• Venous Stenosis
• Before attempting the insertion, ensure that you are familiar with the potential
complications and their emergency treatment should any of them occur.
WARNINGS:
• In the rare event that a hub or connector separates from any component
during insertion or use, take all necessary steps and precautions to prevent
blood loss or air embolism and remove catheter.
• Do not advance the guidewire or catheter if unusual resistance is encountered.
Split Cath® III Catheter is indicated for use in attaining
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