CareFusion PleurX Drainage System is designed to allow individuals to safely and efficiently drain fluid buildup from pleural effusions or malignant ascites from home at their leisure, so buildups around the lung or abdomen no longer have to become uncomfortable, all via continuous in-line aerosol therapy. The Carefusion Pleurx Drainage System is not only an excellent way to cut down on doctor's visits, saving costs in the long run, but also reduces pain and discomfort in the everyday life of the patient.
This PleurX Drainage Kit features a drain catheter and active vacuum bottles for collecting fluid. The catheter gets inserted into either the chest for pleural effusions or the abdomen for malignant ascites. When draining the fluid, simply connect the drainage catheter to the line on the collection bottle. With the PleurX System, draining usually takes about five to 15 minutes.
The standard PleurX Drainage System is available in two different volumes to help with the specific needs of the individual.
Why Use the PleurX System?
Pleural Effusions and Malignant Ascites are in the lungs and abdomen, respectively. They are collections of liquid that cause discomfort and difficulty with regular everyday functions. When in the lungs, the liquid causes difficulty breathing. In the abdomen, the liquid causes not only discomfort, but also can affect the desire to eat. The system is only to be used with the PleurX Catheter. Discuss with your doctor if this is an option that would be beneficial for your condition.
Replacement Valve Cap (50-7235)
- Cap prevents leakage and contamination during fluid management procedures.
Replacement PleurX 1000 mL Vacuum Bottle (50-7210)
- Replaces the bottle if it is damaged.
Features and Benefits:
- Active Vacuum Technology Lets Patients Drain Catheters Quickly and Comfortably Without the Need For Gravity
- Proprietary Safety Valve Keeps Air or Fluid From Inadvertently Passing Through the Catheter
- Polyester Cuff On Catheter Promotes Tissue Ingrowth, Helping Reduce Risk of Infection and Hold Catheter In Place
- New Indication - Can Be Used In Place of a Chest Tube to Deliver Talc or Bleomycin For Chemical Pleurodesis Procedures
- Stays In Place - End of Catheter Stays Outside of Body, Covered By a Thin Protective Dressing While Not In Use
- Discreet and Virtually Undetectable Under Clothing
- Recommended For Fluid Buildup Around the Lungs or Abdomen
- Includes Drainage Catheter and Active Vacuum Bottles For Collecting Fluid
- Fewer Hospital Visits For Repeated Paracentesis or Thoracentesis
Product Specifications:
- Manufacturer: CareFusion
- Product Type: Drainage Kit
- Catheter Size: 1000 CC
- Size in mL: 500 or 1000
- Sterile: Yes
- HPIS Code: 710_260_50_0, 710_260_10_0
- UNSPSC: 42272404, 42142402
- Product Numbers: 50-7500B, 50-0075
Contraindications
- Nonmalignant ascites
- Multiloculated
- Infection
- Coagulopathy
- Chylous Ascites
- If the membrane shifts more than 2 cm towards the effusion
How does the PleurX Drainage System help my condition?
A PleurX catheter is first inserted either into the chest or the abdominal cavity as needed, with the end remaining outside of the body. When not in use, it is covered by a protective dressing. When the fluid is draining, be sure to follow the instructions given by the doctor and in the user's manual. The external end of the catheter is connected to the vacuum bottle, which draws fluid from the cavity. The dressing is not visible under clothing, so no one will know you have the catheter unless you want them to.
How to Use the PleurX Drainage Kit
Be sure first to read the owner's manual and receive instructions from a medical professional before using the system. These instructions are a supplemental guide only.
- Getting Started
- After thoroughly washing your hands, find a large flat surface to function as a workspace
- Open all packaging, unfolding the blue wrapping and keeping the vacuum bottle nearby
- Using the folded cuff of the gloves, pick them up and put them on
- Tear open the three alcohol pads, but do not remove them from the packaging. Lay them on the blue wrapping
- Connect the PleurX drainage bottle
- Push the roller clamp close to the bottle to close it off completely
- Remove the cover of the access tip. This can be done by twisting and giving it a gentle pull
- Remove the valve cap from the tip of the catheter
- Using the first alcohol pad, clean the valve opening
- Connect the access tip and the catheter valve
- Drain fluid
- Once the setup is complete, remove the support clip on the top of the drainage bottle
- Push down on the T plunger
- Start the draining process by rolling the wheel on the clamp away from the bottle
- Adjust as needed for comfort
- After draining has completed, push the wheel back towards the bottle
Warnings and Precautions
- Do not use if package has been opened or damaged
- Single use only
- Contains Phthalates
- May cause complications in the chest or abdomen cavities
- Please discuss with your physician if PleurX is a good fit for you
- Keep sharp objects away from the catheter
- If catheter is cut, use the blue emergency clamp and call a doctor immediately
- The valve should be kept clean and away from anything that could contaminate and cause infection
- Only the drainage line tip should be inside the catheter to prevent damage and leaks
- The access tip should not be touched by anything non-sterile, especially if the cover has fallen off
- While some pain is normal during the drainage process, if pain continues after stopping, it could be a sign of infection. Contact a medical professional immediately
- Drain fluid should not exceed more than 1,000 mL from the chest or 2,000 mL from the abdomen
- Do not recycle used PleurX bottles
Risks of Using
Possible complications may include- Chest:
- Hypotension
- Pneumothorax
- Circulatory Collapse
- Infection
- Pulmonary Edema
Beneficial and Unique System Technology
- Active Vacuum Technology
- Safety Valve
- Polyester Cuff
- Silicone Catheter
- Beveled Fenestrations
- Roller Clamp- The roller clamp allows the patient or the caregiver to determine the rate of flow of the liquid. This increases the comfort during the draining process.
Product Information and Documents
Instructional Product Videos
PleurX Drainage Instructions (7:50 minutes)
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