Medtronic Covidien Palindrome SI Silver Ion Antimicrobial Coated Chronic Dialysis Catheter (Box of 5)

- The Palindrome SI–Silver Ion Antimicrobial Coated Chronic Dialysis Catheter reduces microbial colonization on the external surface of the catheter in the subcutaneous tunnel tract

- The antimicrobial silver ions in the Palindrome SI–Silver Ion Antimicrobial Dialysis Catheter sleeve work to reduce the colonization of clinically relevant microbes on the external surface of the catheter in the subcutaneous tunnel tract

- The unique silver-polymer system delivers a controlled release of silver ions, which have been tested against a broad spectrum of recent clinical isolates and is specifically designed for the dialysis catheter environment

- This silver ion antimicrobial sleeve, situated between the cuff and the hub, is permanently bonded to the catheter surface to ensure durability

- It features an outer diameter of 14.5 Fr

- It provides consistent flow rates of 450mL/min, exceeding K-DOQI guideline recommendations for access flow rates while minimizing the size of the catheter insertion site

- The internal lumen design provides equal, consistent flow rates with low arterial and venous pressures

- The Silver ion sleeve is up to 99.999% effective against a broad spectrum of recent clinical isolates

- It minimizes microbial colonization on the catheter surface

- Its high tensile strength Carbothane material optimizes the inner diameter integrity, allowing for kink resistance, flexibility for placement and high flow rates

- It also allows for quick visualization during diagnostic imaging

- It is designed with a unique symmetric tip which allows continuous flow between dialysis treatments and reduces the likelihood of re-intervention

- The laser-cut surfaces are smooth and decrease the likelihood of positional occlusion and clot formation by minimizing debris attachment

- The side slots allow for flow through the catheter slot surface between dialysis treatments, which assists in keeping the tip patent

- The clear silicone extensions with thermoset memory which resist kinking and crimping with repeated clamping and use, reducing blood flow inhibition

- They come in a standard packing of 5 units per box.