What is a Cordis catheter used for?
Sheath introducers (Cordis) central lines are large-bore catheters (6-8.5 Fr) commonly placed in the ED for rapid infusion of large volumes of crystalloid or colloid, insertion of transvenous pacemakers, and administration of medications that needing reliable central access.
What size French is a Cordis?
8-11 french
What size is a Cordis? A Cordis/AVANTI comes in many sizes. For the sake of rapid infusion, the sizes go from 8-11 french. There are two lengths of the large-bore cannula: 11cm and 23cm.
What is an introducer catheter?
Percutaneous introducer systems are large bore (typically 8.5 or 9 Fr), relatively short (4 inches) catheters that provide a means to insert and maintain central circulatory catheters. The sites of insertion are typically the subclavian or jugular veins.
What products does Cordis make?
Product categories
- PTCA Balloons.
- Guiding catheters.
- Diagnostic catheters.
- Diagnostic guidewires.
- Steerable guidewires.
- Catheter sheath introducers.
- Sheathless access system.
- Transradial products.
What is the difference between a Cordis and central line?
cordis is the preferred central line in trauma , unstable GI bleeds, ruptured AAAs, or any other situation in which the necessity for rapid transfusion of blood products is anticipated. It is a short, wide, single-lumen central venous catheter that is perfect for rapid large-volume infusions.
How do you remove a Cordis catheter?
Apply DRY gauze over insertion site and gently attempt to withdraw the catheter 2.5 cm to assess for easy of removal. If resistance is met, notify physician and do not attempt removal. Ask the patient to breath hold during removal or remove at the end of inspiration if mechanically ventilated.
How do you pull a cardiac sheath?
The Correct Way to Pull a Sheath
- Take your index, middle and sometimes your ring finger, and place them slightly above the sheath to feel the patient’s pulse.
- Slowly remove the sheath in a sterile manner, holding occlusive pressure to avoid bleeding.
How do I know if I have a Power PICC?
PICCs that are power injectable are clearly marked “power injectable” and have a maximum flow rate printed on the catheter lumen or hub itself.