Description
The CODAN Extension Set is an essential medical device designed to enhance the flexibility and functionality of infusion and transfusion therapy systems. Primarily used in hospital and clinical settings, it serves to extend existing infusion lines, facilitating the seamless administration of fluids and medications. This extension capability is crucial for connecting various medical devices, such as syringe pumps, thereby supporting complex infusion programs and patient-controlled analgesia (PCA).
Versatile Configurations
The CODAN Extension Set is available in a multitude of configurations to meet specific medical requirements. Options include mini bore, microbore, and regular bore tubing, with further variations such as bifurcated, trifurcated, and quadfurcated designs. These configurations allow healthcare providers to tailor the extension sets to precise clinical needs, enhancing patient care.
Key Features
- Luer-Lock Connectors: Equipped with both female and male Luer-Lock connectors, ensuring secure and reliable connections.
- Injection Sites and Clamps: Features Y-injection sites and various clamps, including slide, pinch, and color-coded options for ease of use.
- Advanced Valve Systems: Incorporates SWAN-LOCK® swabable needle-free valves and CODAN FlowStop protection caps for enhanced safety.
Specialized Components
The extension sets may include T-connectors, spin-locks, and check valves, with options for pressure-activated and pressure-opened types. Air eliminating filters are available in 0.2 µm or 1.2 µm specifications, alongside stopcocks and manifold plates for comprehensive infusion management. These components are designed to reduce air entry and ensure precise fluid control.
Material and Safety
Manufactured with high-quality, medical-grade materials, the tubing is available in non-DEHP and latex-free options to minimize patient risk. The sets are sterile and intended for single-use, requiring careful handling and disposal according to medical waste protocols.
Tubing Dimensions
Tubing lengths range from approximately 2 inches to 264 inches, with common lengths between 5 inches and 60 inches. Priming volumes vary from about 0.15 mL to 21 mL, accommodating diverse medical applications. Most sets are supplied in cases of 50 units, providing ample supply for healthcare facilities.
Application and Use
The CODAN Extension Set is ideally suited for intravenous therapy, fluid management, and medication administration across pediatric, neonatal, and adult care. Its design reduces line confusion through color-coded components, ensuring clarity and efficiency in complex medical environments.
Maintenance Guidelines
Healthcare professionals are advised to inspect each set for integrity before use and adhere to sterile handling practices. Proper disposal after use is essential to maintain hygiene and safety standards in medical settings.