PleurX catheters
Peritoneal Catheter
A tube used to infuse a solution (dialysate) into the peritoneal cavity, allowing metabolic wastes/fluid to diffuse from the blood to the dialysate using the peritoneum as the dialysing membrane, and capable of being utilized for acute and chronic peritoneal dialysis. It may be surgically or endoscopically implanted, percutaneously, for long-term use; or percutaneously inserted for one-session dialysis. This is a single-use device.
Peritoneal Catheter models and sizes
From the FDA Global Unique Device Identification Database. Confirm with the manufacturer's instructions for use.
| Model / catalog no. | Size | MRI | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| MC200101 | Length 43 cm | Not stated | Available |
| MC200303 | Length 38.9 cm | Not stated | Available |
| MDC63C | Length 63 cm | Not stated | Available |
| MPD-137S | Length 37 cm | MR Conditional | Available |
| MPD-263 | Length 63 cm | Not stated | Available |
Procedures that use pleurx catheters
Frequently asked questions
What is Peritoneal Catheter used for?
A tube used to infuse a solution (dialysate) into the peritoneal cavity, allowing metabolic wastes/fluid to diffuse from the blood to the dialysate using the peritoneum as the dialysing membrane, and capable of being utilized for acute and chronic peritoneal dialysis. It may be surgically or endoscopically implanted, percutaneously, for long-term use; or percutaneously inserted for one-session dialysis. This is a single-use device.
Who makes Peritoneal Catheter?
Peritoneal Catheter is made by Medical Components, Inc.. It is listed under tunneled pleural and peritoneal catheters (pleurx) in our device library.
What sizes does Peritoneal Catheter come in?
Sizes listed for Peritoneal Catheter: Length: 37–63 cm. Confirm availability with the manufacturer's instructions for use.
Is Peritoneal Catheter MRI safe?
The FDA device database entry for Peritoneal Catheter does not state its MRI safety status. Check the labeling before MRI.
Is Peritoneal Catheter FDA cleared?
Peritoneal Catheter is registered in the FDA's Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID).
How do I contact a Medical Components, Inc. sales representative?
Medical Components, Inc. has not listed representatives on LA Vascular yet. Visit the Medical Components, Inc. company page for contact details.
Models, sizes and MRI status come from the FDA Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID); descriptions marked "provided by the manufacturer" are reviewed before publishing. Not an endorsement; follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.