Description
The Halyard Health KimVent Closed Suction Catheter 12 Fr (48139) is a closed suction system designed for adult patients receiving mechanical ventilation. By maintaining a closed ventilator circuit during suctioning, it helps reduce the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia while minimizing exposure to aerosolized secretions for caregivers. The catheter is gamma sterilized and intended for extended use, commonly up to 72 hours depending on facility protocol and product labeling, supporting efficient respiratory care management.
Identification
Product Identifier: KimVent Closed Suction Catheter
Product Code: 48139
Brand: KimVent / Halyard Health
Manufacturer: Halyard (formerly Kimberly-Clark)
Type: Closed Suction System
Size: 12 Fr (French)
Patient Type: Adult
Usage Duration: Up to 72 hours (per product labeling and facility protocol)
Packaging: 20 per Case
Key Benefits
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Infection control: Closed suction design helps reduce contamination risk and supports VAP prevention efforts.
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Caregiver safety: Limits exposure to aerosolized respiratory secretions during suctioning.
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Continuous ventilation: Allows suctioning without disconnecting the ventilator circuit.
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Clear visualization: Transparent components support observation of secretions.
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Patient comfort: Designed to help minimize airway trauma during routine suctioning.
Applications
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Mechanical ventilation: Airway suctioning for intubated adult patients.
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Critical care units: ICU and respiratory care environments requiring closed suction systems.
Usage Guidelines
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Connection: Install the closed suction system between the endotracheal tube and the ventilator circuit.
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Suctioning: Perform suctioning according to institutional respiratory care protocols.
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Post-use: Ensure the catheter is fully retracted and cleaned per system design after each use.
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Replacement: Replace the system every 72 hours or as directed by facility policy and product labeling.
Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals
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Sterile: Gamma sterilized.
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Latex-free: Not made with natural rubber latex.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
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Respiratory therapists: Routine airway management for ventilated patients.
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Critical care nurses: Closed suctioning in ICU and step-down units.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
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Protocol adherence: Follow hospital respiratory care and infection control guidelines.
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Inspection: Do not use if packaging is damaged or compromised prior to opening.
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Single patient use: Do not reuse between patients.