palaJet®

palaJet®

palaJet®

Product catalog summary
Product Overview
The document describes the palaJet® Pulse Lavage System, a disposable medical device designed for use in orthopedic surgeries, specifically knee and hip arthroplasties. It features easy adjustment of flow rate settings and includes specialized nozzles for knee and hip surgeries, a saline connection hose, a battery pack, and clamps for flow regulation.

Specifications
  • High flow rate of up to 1,300 ml/min and pressure up to 15 psi.
  • Disposable system reduces the risk of cross-contamination compared to reusable systems.
  • Total length of connected cables and hoses is 3 meters.

Components
  • Knee nozzle with splash guard for knee surgery.
  • Hip nozzle with protective cover for hip surgery.
  • Saline connection hose with protective cap.
  • Battery pack with hook and batteries.
  • Clamps for additional flow rate regulation and clean disposal.

Benefits of Pulse Lavage
  • Improves cement interlocking with cancellous bone.
  • Reduces thromboembolic complications.
  • Lowers the risk of revision surgeries.
  • Decreases postoperative infection rates in hemiarthroplasty.

Research References
The document cites several studies supporting the efficacy of pulse lavage in improving cement penetration and reducing complications in hip and knee arthroplasties.

Ordering Information
The product can be ordered directly from Heraeus Medical.
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Catalog excerpts

palaJet®-1

Handpiece with easy adjustment of two flow rate settings Knee nozzle short with splash guard, for thorough cleaning during knee surgery Hip nozzle (with protective cover) long for thorough cleaning during hip surgery Clamps for additional regulation of flow rate and clean disposal Saline connection hose (with protective cap) Suction hose Battery pack with hook and batteries Cable and hoses are connected and can be separated as required, total length: 3 m

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palaJet®-2

REMOVING & IMPROVING The powerful disposable system at a glance less effort, no sterilisation required lower risk of cross-contamination (compared to reusable systems) Pulse lavage as part of the modern cementing technique Modern cementing technique is critical for the long-term success of a cemented endoprosthesis. Cleaning the bone bed using a pulse lavage system is an essential element and the first step in the modern cementing technique, where all cement-receiving bone surfaces are thoroughly cleaned to remove any fat residue, bone debris, marrow, and blood.1, 2 Why is pulse lavage important...

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