The VentriClear™ II External Ventricular Drainage (EVD) Catheter Set allows for external access and drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the ventricles of the brain. To inhibit bacterial colonization, the VentriClear II EVD catheter consists of translucent silicone elastomer impregnated with the antimicrobial agents minocycline and ...

VentriClear™ Ventricular Drainage Catheter Sets are designed for obtaining access to a ventricular cavity of the brain for short-term use to externally drain fluid for the purpose of relieving elevated intracranial pressure or fluid volume. Product names on this page are trademarks or registered trademarks of Medtronic.

2024年4月11日 · External ventricular drain (EVD) insertion is a common neurosurgical procedure. Disconnections and breaks of EVD catheters or connecting drainage system components result in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage and increased risk for EVD-associated infections. What is added by this report?

This guideline is intended for all healthcare professionals caring for patients with an EVD in the Paediatric Critical Care Unit at the Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow. All medical, nursing and allied professionals caring for patients who have an EVD should be familiar with the protocol.

The Medtronic EVD system can be set up for use as either an external ventricular drain OR lumbar drain. Therefore it is vital that the system is assembled correctly in order to

Ventricular Drainage Catheter Set with Antibiotic Impregnation. Manufacturer: MEDTRONIC USA. View Full Image. Scroll to Top.

External drainage and monitoring is the temporary drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the lateral ventricles of the brain, or the lumbar space of the spine, into an external collection bag. An external ventricular drainage (EVD) system drains CSF by using a combination of gravity and intercerebral pressure.

The VentriClear™ External Ventricular Drainage (EVD) Catheter Set allows for external access and drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the ventricles of the brain. To inhibit bacterial colonization, the VentriClear II EVD Catheter consists of silicone elastomer impregnated with the antimicrobial agents Minocycline and Rifampin.

It is a closed system that enables the critical care professional to efficiently and effectively drain and monitor CSF. The Duet’s catheter is surgically attached to the patient before it is attached to the drainage system.

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