Description

The Introcan Safety® 3 is a closed peripheral intravenous (IV) catheter designed by B. Braun, offering advanced safety and performance features for healthcare professionals. This single-use, sterile device is intended for a variety of medical applications, including blood sampling, fluid administration, and blood pressure monitoring. It is suitable for use across all patient groups, from neonates to adults, in both hospital and home care settings.

Key Features

• Automatic Safety Mechanism: The catheter is equipped with a passive, fully automatic safety shield that activates upon needle withdrawal, significantly reducing the risk of needlestick injuries.
• Blood Control Septum: Its multi-access septum minimizes blood exposure, allowing for multiple accesses without leakage, enhancing efficiency and safety.
• Double Flashback Technology: Provides clear visual confirmation of needle and catheter placement, promoting first-stick success.
• Integrated Stabilization Platform: Enhances catheter stability, reducing complications related to movement.

Design and Material

The catheter features a universal back cut bevel needle, allowing a wide range of insertion angles to minimize puncture trauma. Its ergonomic hub design ensures patient comfort and secure connections, while radiopaque stripes provide X-ray visibility for placement confirmation. The catheter is made from materials such as polyurethane (PUR) and/or fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP), and is free from DEHP, PVC, and natural rubber latex.

Size and Configuration

Available in various gauges and lengths, the Introcan Safety® 3 offers different flow rates to meet specific clinical needs. The color-coded packaging allows for easy identification of gauge size, and optional wing designs provide additional securement.

Environmental Considerations

The catheter's design includes lighter, smaller components to reduce environmental impact. It is supplied in boxes of 50 or 200 units, with color-coded labels for quick identification.

Usage Guidelines

Healthcare providers are advised to follow standard cannulation and aseptic techniques, ensuring proper disposal in sharps containers. The device is contraindicated for patients with known hypersensitivity to its materials and is not intended for guidewire or central venous catheter placement.

The Introcan Safety® 3 represents a comprehensive solution for IV access, combining innovative safety features with practical design elements to support effective and secure medical care.