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Irrigation Syringes

Irrigation Syringes are used to irrigate wounds, ears, eyes, catheters and for enteral feeding. Wound Irrigating Syringes provide hydration, remove debris, and cleanse. There are several types of irrigation syringes available, including Bulb Irrigation Syringes and Piston Irrigation Syringes --thumb-control ring irrigation syringe, flat-top irrigation syringe, and curved tip irrigation syringe. Selecting the right irrigating syringe is mostly a m

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Cost-Effective
Covidien
Irrigation Tray with 60 mL Syringe
- Packaged individually and sterile
- Features all hypoallergenic materials
- Multi kits available to meet all needs
$2.49 - $51.42

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Highly Reviewed
Amsino International
Pole Syringe 60cc with I.V. Bag
- O-ring rubber plunger creates a firm seal
- DEHP- and BPA-free
- Easy to see dose marks
$0.56 - $14.96

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Best in Class
Nurse Assist Inc
Pill Crusher Enteral Irrigation Syringe
- Designed with a thumb ring for better control
- Optically clear for visual inspection
- Clearly labeled, easy to read graduations
$12.86 - $72.56

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Wound Irrigation consists of a steady flow of a saline or other cleansing solution upon an open wound surface. Irrigation can remove debris from the wound to allow visual examination. The irrigation solution is meant to remove cellular debris and surface pathogens contained in wound exudates or residue from topically applied wound care products. Compared to swabbing or bathing, Wound Irrigation with a syringe is the most consistently effective method of wound cleansing.

Selecting an Irrigation Syringe - Comparing Irrigation Syringes

The comparison chart below breaks out irrigation syringes into two basic groups--Bulb Irrigation Syringes and Piston Irrigation Syringes. The Bulb Irrigation Syringes operate by squeezing the bulb. The Piston Irrigation Syringes work by pushing the flat top or thumb ring down to eject the contents of the syringe.