EDMS Catheters and the VentriClear II Catheter

About EDMS Catheters

External Drainage and Monitoring System catheters are either translucent or fabricated of radiopaque (barium impregnated) silicone tubing. They feature larger diameter flow holes and larger inside diameter to minimize possible obstruction.

About the VentriClear II EVD Catheter

The VentriClear II EVD catheter

The VentriClear^™ External Ventricular Drainage (EVD) Catheter Set allows for external access and drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the ventricles of the brain. To inhibit bacterial colonization, the VentriClear II EVD Catheter consists of silicone elastomer impregnated with the antimicrobial agents Minocycline and Rifampin.

Several features aid the surgeon during the process of catheter placement:

• Numerical length markers at each centimeter
• Radiopaque stripe down the length of the catheter body for X-ray recognition
• Soft, pliable silicone to minimize trauma to neuro-tissue
• Large flow holes to reduce potential of clogging