INDICATIONS FOR USE:
• The Medcomp® T-3 CT Catheter is a triple lumen catheter indicated for use in attaining short-term vascular access for hemodialysis, apheresis. The third internal lumen is intended for infusion, power injection of contrast media and central venous pressure monitoring.
• The catheter is intended to be inserted in the jugular, femoral or subclavian vein as required. The maximum recommended infusion rate is 5ml/sec for power injection of contrast media.
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• This catheter is intended for short-term (less than 30 days) vascular access only and should not be used for any purpose other than indicated in these instructions. This device is also contraindicated:
• When the presence of device related infection, bacteremia, or septicemia is known or suspected.
• When the patient's body size is insufficient to accommodate the size of the implanted device.
• When the patient is known or is suspected to be allergic to materials contained in the device.
• If the prospective insertion site has been previously irradiated.
• If the prospective placement site has previously suffered episodes of venous thrombosis or vascular surgical procedures. If local tissue factors may prevent proper device stabilization and/or access.