Initial Puncture Needle
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The ASTER Initial Puncture Needle is used to make vertical, initial puncture through a small incision in the skin. This is performed prior to the percutaneous placement of a pigtail catheter or Malecot catheter in the renal pelvis for nephrostomy drainage.
The ASTER Initial Puncture Needle is made of stainless steel. It is delivered in a peel-open package and is intended for one-time use only.
Ordering Details
ASTER MEDISPRO Initial Puncture Needle ordering details:
2-Part:
| Family | Gauge | Length (cm) | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| IPN 2 Part | 16G | 15, 18, 20 | Trocar (TT) / Bevel (BT) |
| IPN 2 Part | 18G | 15, 18, 20 | Trocar (TT) / Bevel (BT) |
| IPN 2 Part | 20G | 15, 18, 20 | Trocar (TT) / Bevel (BT) |
3-Part:
| Family | Gauge | Length (cm) | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| IPN 3 Part | 16G | 22 | Trocar (TT) / Bevel (BT) |
| IPN 3 Part | 18G | 22 | Trocar (TT) / Bevel (BT) |
| IPN 3 Part | 20G | 22 | Trocar (TT) / Bevel (BT) |
| IPN 3 Part | 22G | 22 | Trocar (TT) / Bevel (BT) |
- For ordering (example: IPN18202TT, IPN20223BT)
- TT = Trocar Tip, BT = Bevel Tip