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Johnson & Johnson MedTech (Ethicon)
BIOPATCH protective disk with CHG
Model BIOPATCH
Chlorhexidine-impregnated foam disk placed around a catheter insertion site.
- Category
- Sutures, wound closure and dressings in Surgical consumables
- Specialties
- Anaesthesia and critical care
- Technology
- Antimicrobial protection
- Applications
- Catheter insertion site care, Central line site care
Pricing, availability and configuration are confirmed on enquiry. Demonstration and installation are arranged through the nearest ViSurg branch.
Overview
BIOPATCH releases chlorhexidine continuously around the catheter entry point to suppress bacteria at the insertion site. The disk covers the full circle of the entry point and is changed with the dressing.
Features
- Continuous antiseptic release
- Full-circle coverage of the entry point
Specifications
The current manufacturer data sheet for BIOPATCH protective disk with CHG is supplied with the quotation, so the figures you compare are the manufacturer's own and up to date. Ask for the data sheet or read the manufacturer's product page.
Manufacturer information: jnjmedtech.com
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