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Catheter Fact Sheet

Catheter Fact Sheet

Catheter Fact Sheet

Product catalog summary
Overview: ALZET Catheters are designed for targeted delivery of agents into specific sites such as vessels or the spinal cord. They are compatible with ALZET pumps and are constructed to minimize tissue trauma and enhance patency.
Key Features:
  • Dacron suture patch for optimal anchoring.
  • Retention beads for secure placement and reduced tissue damage.
  • Teflon-coated stainless steel stylet for easy insertion.
  • Catheter markings for precise placement and adaptability to different animal sizes.
  • Secure, leak-free connections.
Applications:
  • Direct delivery of test agents to target tissues or organs.
  • Reduced systemic toxicity.
  • Delayed administration for surgical recovery.
  • Short-term infusion with long-duration pumps.
Available Catheters:
  • Mouse and Rat Jugular, Intrathecal, Intraperitoneal catheters with various specifications.
  • Materials include Silicone and Polyurethane, with specific features like retention beads and fenestrations.
Specifications:
  • Rat Jugular: Silicone, 15.24 cm length, Dacron suture patch.
  • Rat Femoral: Polyurethane, 20.32 cm length, retention beads.
  • Mouse Intrathecal: Polyurethane, 6 cm length, teflon-coated stylet.
  • General Tubing: Polyethylene and Vinyl options, thermoformable and flexible.
Contact Information: Customer service and technical support are available through toll-free numbers and email. More information can be found on the ALZET website.
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Catalog excerpts

Catheter Fact Sheet-1

ALZET Catheters Excellent design and quality for increased convenience and research success! Catheter Applications • Direct delivery of test agents to any target tissue or organ • Reduced systemic toxicity • Delayed administration of agents for surgical recovery • Infuse for a short period with a longer duration pump CATHETER FEATURES Retention beads for optimal placement and suturing, enhanced patency, tissue damage prevention and improved postoperative recovery Dacron suture patch for optimal anchoring ALZET Catheters enable targeted delivery of agents into a vessel, the spinal cord, or other target sites. Specifically designed for use with ALZET ® pumps, these catheters are constructed with high quality materials for increased patency and reduced vessel and tissue trauma. They are customized for a specific target site and animal species. Each catheter incorporates design features to facilitate placement and stabilization, such as retention beads, a stylet, or suture patches to facilitate placement and stabilization. ALZET catheters are packaged individually and provided sterile. Available Catheters Mouse Jugular Mouse Intrathecal Mouse Intraperitoneal Jugular Femoral Intrathecal Intraperitoneal See reverse for specifications and more Teflon-coated stainless steel stylet to facilitate catheter tip insertion Catheter markings for optimal placement and adaption for different animal sizes Secure, leak-free catheter connections Scan to learn more Product of DURECT Corporation

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Catheter Fact Sheet-2

*All ALZET catheters are supplied sterile. All catheters fit all ALZET pump models. alzefOSMOTIC PUMPS Product of DURECT Corporation Customer Service: Toll-free: 877.922.5938 Phone: 408.253.8574 email: [email protected] Technical Support: Toll-free: 800.692.2990 Phone: 408.367.4036 email: [email protected]

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