Product Description:
A PCN Catheter Kit is a complete sterile set used for performing Percutaneous Nephrostomy (PCN) to drain urine directly from the kidney when the ureter is blocked.
- Nephrostomy catheters:
- J-shaped tip catheter, Malecot tip or Malecot tip with integrated Ureteral stent cathater for Multi-step nephrostomy sets.
- J-shaped tip catheter or Malecot tip cathater for One-step nephrostomy sets.
- Made of radiopaque polyurethane (PUR) for visual monitoring during fluoroscopy.
- Have gradation lines for monitoring the depth of catheter insertion.
- With or without hydrophilic coating.
- String lock (option). Allows securing the loop, preventing it from straightening out and falling out of the kidney.
- Two types of guidewires:
- J-tip with PTEF coated 0.038” guidewire.
- Lunderquist uncoated stainless steel guidewire.
- Fascial dilators:
- Made of radiopaque polyurethane for visual monitoring during fluoroscopy.
- Have a cone-shaped open tip for atraumatic insertion and creating access for catheter placement.
- Puncture needle and Chiba needle:
- Have an echogenic tip, allowing for puncture under ultrasound guidance.
- Scalpel blade No. 11 made of stainless steel.
- Fixation Wings available in two versions: blue – rigid ABS and white – soft PVC.
- Drainage bag connector
- 3-way stop-cock
Features:
Includes:
PCN catheter (usually pigtail or Malecot tip)
Trocar or introducer needle
Guide wire
Dilators
Drainage bag connector
Radiopaque components for imaging guidance
Ready-to-use, sterile packaging
Uses:
For urine drainage from the kidney in ureteral obstruction, tumors, or trauma
Used in emergency care or pre-surgical decompression
Supports renal function and prevents hydronephrosis