Indications For Use; Potential Complications - MedComp 14F Split Cath Rg Instrucciones De Uso

INDICATIONS FOR USE:

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The Medcomp
vascular access for Hemodialysis and Apheresis.
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It may be inserted percutaneously and is primarily placed in the internal
jugular vein.
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Alternate insertion sites include the subclavian vein and femoral vein.
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
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This catheter is intended for Long-Term vascular access only and should NOT
be used for any purpose other than indicated in these instructions.
WARNINGS:
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Do NOT advance the guidewire or catheter if unusual resistance is
encountered.
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Do NOT insert or withdraw the guidewire forcibly from any component. The
wire may break or unravel. If the guidewire becomes damaged, the introducer
needle or Valved Peelable introducer and guidewire must be removed together.
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Do NOT re-sterilize the catheter or accessories by any method.
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Do NOT use catheter or accessories if package is opened or damaged.
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Do NOT use catheter or accessories if any sign of product damage is visible.
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Do NOT use sharp instruments near the extension tubing or catheter lumen.
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Do NOT use scissors to remove dressing.
DESCRIPTION:
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The versatility of the 14F Split Cath
two free floating lumens to help eliminate catheter occlusion by the vessel.
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The 14F Split Cath
material which provides increased patient comfort while providing excellent
biocompatibility.

POTENTIAL COMPLICATIONS:

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Air Embolus
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Bactermia
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Brachial Plexus Injury
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Cardiac Arrhythmia
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Cardiac Tamponade
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Central Venous Thrombosis
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Endocarditis
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Exit Site Infection
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Exsanguination
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Femoral Artery Bleed
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Femoral Nerve Damage
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Hematoma
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Hemorrhage
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Hydrothorax
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Inferior Vena Cava Puncture
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Laceration of the Vessel
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Lumen Thrombosis
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Mediastinal Injury
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Perforation of the Vessel
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Pleural Injury
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Pneumothorax
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Retroperitoneal Bleed
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Right Atrial Puncture
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Septicemia
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Subclavian Artery Puncture
14F Split Cath
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Rg is manufactured from soft radiopaque polyurethane
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Rg is indicated for use in attaining Long-Term
Rg allows the lumens to be split to form
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