The subclavian catheter is intended for installation in the central vessels according to the Seldinger method. Catheterization is used:
- for long-term and repeated administration of drugs in cases of impossibility of transfusion through peripheral veins,
- for parenteral nutrition,
- for blood sampling
- for invasive changes in central venous pressure.
Characteristics of the subclavian catheter :
- Polymer catheter with a straight cut of the working end and a Luer port: using a Luer cannula, a device for fluid infusion is connected to the catheter, and the holes on the wings of the Luer cannula serve to suture the catheter on the skin in order to immobilize it and reduce the risk of infection of the wound with bacteria from the skin surface.
- polymer conductor.
- Injection unit with latex insert.
