Arterial
cannulae
Arterial cannulae options
Arterial cannulae devices from Edwards Lifesciences are intended for perfusion during short-term (< 6 hours) cardiopulmonary bypass procedures.
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OptiSite arterial cannulae
Every patient and surgical situation is different, which is why you need an arterial cannula that provides flexibility and options. OptiSite arterial cannulae incorporates an easy-to-use thin-wall technology to provide you with a variety of cannulation site options, designed to accommodate multiple surgical techniques and clinician preferences.
Device description
The OptiSite cannula features a smooth, rounded introducer tip that allows for atraumatic insertion. It is indicated for cannulation in various arterial sites such as aorta, femoral, axillary, and subclavian.
- A lock feature reduces push-back of the introducer during insertion
- Vent cap reduces back-bleed when no guidewire is used in the procedure
- Depth markings aid in placement
- Fr. sizes include 16, 18, 20 and 22
Models & specifications
- 5.9 inch (15.0 cm) effective length
- All models include blunt tip introducer, guidewire, vented 3/8 inch connector
- OPTI16 – 16 Fr. (5.3 mm)
- OPTI18 – 18 Fr. (6.0 mm)
- OPTI20 – 20 Fr. (6.7 mm)
- OPTI22 – 22 Fr. (7.3 mm)
Key features & benefits of the OptiSite cannula
Cannula cross-section
Pressure drop versus flow
Cannula length
OptiSite cannula features a 15 cm usable length with dilator that can be used with or without guidewire
Magnification of cannula-to-dilator transition
Tip perfusion
Dual distal tip holes for redundant flow to help accommodate unique patient anatomy and placement configuration
Cannula tip
OptiSite cannula features a gradual taper at the distal tip for ease of insertion
Fluoroscopic visibility
Radiopaque material offers distinct visualization of the cannula tip under fluoroscopy
EZ Glide aortic perfusion cannulae
The EZ Glide aortic perfusion cannula is intended to help protect patients from potential dangers of embolic dislodgement.
Device description
The EZ Glide cannula’s unique auto-dilating tip disperses flow in a gentle, conical spray pattern which minimizes the likelihood of embolic disruption by reducing exit force and line pressure.
- Optimized tip angle provides centered flow inside theaorta, away from vessel wall
- Unique, auto-dilating tip enables ease of insertion
- Depth markings aid in placement
- Available with suture bump, suture flange, ormoveable suture ring, and in a variety of sizes
Models & specifications
- Multiple sizes and configurations
- Straight or curved; with suture bump, sutureflange, or moveable suture ring
- Vented or non-vented
EZ Glide cannula – Product overview
EZ Glide cannulae are available in multiple sizes and configurations
Pressure drop versus flow
Central fan shaped dispersive flow
Central orientation of aortic cannula
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| Straight Cannula 14 inch (35 cm) overall length |
3/8 inch vented connector EZS21TA 21 Fr. (7.0 mm) EZS24TA 24 Fr. (8.0 mm) |
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| Straight Cannula 14 inch (35 cm) overall length |
3/8 inch non-vented connector EZS21A 21 Fr. (7.0 mm) EZS24A 24 Fr. (8.0 mm) |
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| Curved Cannula with Suture Bump 14.8 inch (37.6 cm) overall length |
3/8 inch vented connector EZC21TA 21 Fr. (7.0 mm) EZC24TA 24 Fr. (8.0 mm) |
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| Curved Cannula with Suture Bump 14.8 inch (37.6 cm) overall length |
3/8 inch non-vented connector EZC21A 21 Fr. (7.0 mm) EZC24A 24 Fr. (8.0 mm) |
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| Curved Cannula with Suture Flange 14.8 inch (37.6 cm) overall length |
3/8 inch vented connector EZF21TA 21 Fr. (7.0 mm) EZF24TA 24 Fr. (8.0 mm) |
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| Curved Cannula with Suture Flange 14.8 inch (37.6 cm) overall length |
3/8 inch non-vented connector EZF21A 21 Fr. (7.0 mm) EZF24A 24 Fr. (8.0 mm) |
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Straight Cannula Description 3/8 inch vented connector Image
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Straight Cannula Description 3/8 inch non-vented connector Image
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Curved Cannula with Suture Bump Description 3/8 inch vented connector Image
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Curved Cannula with Suture Bump Description 3/8 inch non-vented connector Image
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Curved Cannula with Suture Flange Description 3/8 inch vented connector Image
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Curved Cannula with Suture Flange Description 3/8 inch non-vented connector Image
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