PN2673 D Medcomp Catalog INTL

V-Series I-Series X-Series PERITONEAL CATHETERS IMPORTANT RISK INFORMATION I-SERIES/ V-SERIES Indications for Use: The peritoneal catheter is indicated for acute and chronic peritoneal dialysis. Contraindications: Infected anterior abdominal wall. Patients with extensive intra-abdominal adhesions. Conditions resulting in diaphragmatic tears or abdominal-chest communication. Unresolved peritonitis. Severe respiratory insufficiency: distending the abdomen with large amounts of dialysate may fur ther compromise pulmonary function. The catheter is not intended for the Tenckhoff trocar method of inser tion, nor is it meant to be used for any purpose other than indicated. Recent intestinal surgery. X-SERIES Indications for Use: The Peritoneal Catheter is indicated for chronic peritoneal dialysis. The extended length of the “X” Series Catheter makes it especially applicable for peritoneal dialysis patients when it is necessary to locate the skin exit site remote from the usual lower abdominal region. The catheter may be par ticularly indicated in patients with obesity, floppy abdominal skin folds, urinary or fecal incontinence, chronic yeast inter trigo, intestinal stomas, or in patients who desire to take deep tub baths. Contraindications: This catheter is contraindicated in patients who are not suitable candidates for peritoneal dialysis therapy. An upper chest (presternal) exit-site location of the X-Series Catheter may be contraindicated in patients who have had breast augmentation or breast reconstruction, or have a tracheostomy. However, this group of patients may be suitable candidates for an upper abdominal exit-site location of the X-Series Catheter. Refer to Instructions for Use provided with the product for complete instructions, warnings, precautions, and contraindications. Observe all instructions for use prior to using products. Failure to do so may result in patient complications. Peritoneal

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