Mathieu Catheter Introducing Instruments

Description

Mathieu Catheter Introducing Instrument

A long handled instrument for taking hold of a catheter tip and placing it. Two lengths are stocked, 20 cm and 28 cm, chosen by the depth of the approach.

What it is for

Where a catheter has to be introduced under direct vision rather than fed blind, the tip has to be held securely without being crushed and steered without the operator hand blocking the view. That is the job this class of instrument does, and length is the main variable between them.

Choosing the length

The 20 cm instrument is the more controllable of the two and suits a shallow approach. The 28 cm reaches further at the cost of some feel at the tip. If you are replacing an instrument from an existing set, match the length rather than assuming, since the two are not interchangeable in use.

Care

Clean the jaw faces with the instrument open and check that they still meet cleanly, since a catheter is only held reliably by jaws that close parallel. Dry the joint thoroughly and store open rather than latched.

Specification

• Lengths: 20 cm and 28 cm
• Material: surgical stainless steel
• Reusable, autoclavable, supplied non sterile

Warranty and supply

Three years against defects in manufacture, counted from the invoice date. Stock is inspected in Atlanta before it ships. If you need a specific tip configuration, contact us before ordering and we will confirm availability. See our FAQs for care guidance, or browse the rest of our urology surgical instruments.

Catheter guidance is published by the American Urological Association.

Disclaimer

Catalog photographs are reference images and may show more than one size or variation, so check the option you have selected before ordering. This is a professional use product. Surgical stainless steel contains nickel, and Intrace USA cannot accept liability for allergic or material sensitivity reactions. See the FDA guidance on materials used in medical devices.