The CareFusion PleurX Drainage Kit is designed to allow individuals to effectively and efficiently drain fluid buildup from pleural effusions or malignant ascites on their on schedule from home, 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 reducing 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, you connect the drainage catheter to the line on the collection bottle. The PleurX system leads to a fast and efficient drain.

Product 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: 1000, 500
Sterile: Yes

What comes with the PleurX Drainage Kit?

Vacuum Bottle with drainage line attached
Blue Wrapping
Self-Adhesive Dressing
Alcohol Pads
Gloves
Catheter Valve Cap
Emergency Side Clamp
Gauze Pads
Foam Catheter Pad