BENEFITS OF AVANOS* MAC CATHETER VS. CONVENTIONAL CATHETER FOR DELIVERING SURFACTANT:
- Better distribution of surfactant
- Maintains a closed ventilator circuit, benefits include†:
- Fewer incidences of desaturation†
- No increase in the rate of bacterial airway colonization†
- No increase in the frequency of endotracheal suctioning†
- Closed suction systems can be used safely by 1 person, reducing the need for 2 or more caregivers often required for open suctioning procedures†
- Closed suction is perceived by nursing staff to be easier, less time-consuming, and better tolerated by small premature infants requiring mechanical ventilation for one or more weeks†
†Cordero, L., Sananes, M. and Avers, L.W. (2000). Comparison of a closed (Trach Care MAC) with an open endotracheal suction system in small premature infants.
BALLARD* MULTI-ACCESS CATHETER FOR NEONATES/PEDIATRICS
MAC (Multi-Access Catheter) is a 5 Fr., in-line, endotracheal catheter designed for accessing the neonatal airway. It allows the administration of surfactant without disconnection from the ventilator.
Product Features:
- Designed for accessing the neonatal airway
- Better distribution of surfactant
- Maintains a closed ventilator circuit
- Tactile sleeve for catheter advancement
