The Blunt Tip Trocar consists of a blunt obturator and a valve body/cannula assembly. The valve body/cannula assembly contains an internal flapper valve and seal to prevent gas leakage when instruments are inserted or withdrawn. The Blunt Tip Trocar includes built-in converters to allow insertion of instruments of various diameters. In addition, the device has an external one-way valve for gas insufflation.
To minimize leakage and secure the trocar, the distal end of the sleeve has a balloon which is complemented by the proximal foam sponge/collar assembly. A syringe is provided for inflation/deflation of the balloon.
Latex Warning:
With the exception of the devices listed below, all Covidien products from Covidien (including Sofradim products), Syneture, and Sports Surgery are Latex Free. Also, all packaging used by these divisions is Latex Free.
The following devices have been identified to contain latex:
The Blunt Tip Trocar products, (Reorder Codes: OMST10BT, OMST10BTS, OMST12BT) and the SEPS products using the balloon anchoring system, (Reorder Codes: VBT240T, VBT300, SMBTTRND, and SMBTTOVL) contain latex. The latex in the listed reorder codes is the base material of the trocar balloon, which is encapsulated in a silicone rubber material. In normal use there is no patient contact. In the unlikely event of a balloon rupture, the latex may come into contact with the patient.
The AcuClip™ device (OMSA8) includes latex tubing enclosed in the handle, which does not come in contact with the patient at any time.
Should you have any further questions, please contact our Biological Services group Director at 203-492-6098, or mike.ball@Covidien.com.
Features and Benefits
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Balloon Anchoring System with Foam Sponge Collar | When the tissue is captured between the foam collar and the balloon, undesired deflation of the operative space is minimized. |
| Built-In Converters | The built-in converters allow the use of different size surgical instruments through the port while the insufflation pressure is maintained. |
Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What do you use to inflate the balloon? | The Blunt Tip Trocar balloons are designed to be inflated with air. |
| How much air is used to inflate the balloon? | The balloon is inflated with 25cc. |
| Where is the latex in the product? | The balloons in the OMS-T10BT, OMS-T10BTS and the OMS-12BT contain latex in the base material of the trocar balloon, which is encapsulated in a silicone material; in normal use there is no patient contact. In the unlikely event of a balloon rupture, the latex may come into contact with the patient. |
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Covidien products should only be used by responsible and experienced surgical practitioners.
