Medtronic Covidien Palindrome Antimicrobial Coated Chronic Dialysis Catheter

- The Palindrome HSI–Heparin Coated and Silver Ion Antimicrobial Dialysis Catheter is a chronic catheter meant to provide dual protection against clotting and microbial colonization

- It features an outer diameter of 14.5 Fr

- It provides consistent flow rates of 450mL/min, exceeding K-DOQI guideline recommendations for access flow rates while minimizing the size of the catheter insertion site

- The internal lumen design provides equal, consistent flow rates with low arterial and venous pressures

- The Silver ion sleeve is up to 99.999% effective against a broad spectrum of recent clinical isolates

- It minimizes microbial colonization on the catheter surface

- The heparin coating has a triple-action formula:

- Heparin-anti-thrombogenic

- Negative charge-non-thrombogenic

- Hydrophilicity-non-thrombogenic

- These formulas are proven to reduce the likelihood of clot formation on the catheter’s surface and inhibit fibrin sheath propagation

- Its high tensile strength Carbothane material optimizes the inner diameter integrity, allowing for kink resistance, flexibility for placement and high flow rates

- It also allows for quick visualization during diagnostic imaging

- It is designed with a unique symmetric tip which allows continuous flow between dialysis treatments and reduces the likelihood of re-intervention

- The laser-cut surfaces are smooth and decrease the likelihood of positional occlusion and clot formation by minimizing debris attachment

- The side slots allow for flow through the catheter slot surface between dialysis treatments, which assists in keeping the tip patent

- The clear silicone extensions with thermoset memory which resist kinking and crimping with repeated clamping and use, reducing blood flow inhibition

- They come in a standard packing of 5 units per box