Easement for the chronically ill
Cologne – Starting immediately, the ASEPT® permanent drainage system from pfm medical, a medical product manufacturer located in Cologne, will be the only product on the german market approved for treatment of recurring, benign ascites. ASEPT® has already proven itself in the treatment of recurring, malignant ascites and pleural effusions. Now also patients who suffer, for example, from portal ascites can profit from the permanent drainage system. This is because ASEPT® is an effective, minimally invasive, and safe therapeutic option which can be applied also at the patients home.
For patients with recurring ascites, ASEPT® represents a therapeutic alternative aimed at easing everyday life. The permanent drainage catheter avoids the therapeutic risks which can incur during treatment with a transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS). And in comparison to repeated paracentesis, the patient is spared the time-consuming and difficult puncture processes in the hospital. Instead, they can remain in their home environment and do the drainage themselves or have it done by a relative or nursing service. The corresponding training is provided by qualified personnel of pfm medical ag.
ASEPT® System – effective and save outpatient ascites drainage
The ASEPT® permanent drainage system helps patients directly as during drainage it immediately improves the principal symptoms, such as respiratory distress. The minimally invasive implantation of the permanent drainage catheter is done using the Seldinger technique; consequently minimizing the risk of injury to the internal organs. The brief procedure can be performed under local anaesthesia on either an inpatient or outpatient basis. The handling of the permanent drainage catheter is simple and safe, even for persons without any nursing background. This is because it has a self-locking Luer lock valve, which ensures a stable connection even after frequent use, and without any safety clip.
The subcutaneous tunnelling of the catheter and the polyester cuff placed in the tunnel provide an effective barrier against infection. In addition, the negative pressure inside the drainage bottle prevents penetration of contaminated liquid into the effusion space.
ASEPT® – Complete package for catheter setup and outpatient drainage
The ASEPT® peritoneal drainage system contains all components required for tunnelled insertion of the ASEPT® drainage catheter using the Seldinger technique. The first drainage can be done immediately following implantation under the supervision of the doctor in the hospital or practice. Once the doctor has specified the drainage volume and interval, subsequent drainages can be done in the home environment. The ASEPT® drainage kits include all the consumable materials needed for hygienic, outpatient ascites drainage. The main components of the kits are the vacuum bottles – available in 600 ml and 1,000 ml sizes – which can be connected to the catheter valve via an easy-to-use Luer lock connector.
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Short profile
pfm medical is a leading German company in the medical technology sector. The Cologne family enterprise, founded in 1971, is represented worldwide with more than 500 employees at 12 locations. In 2014, pfm medical generated revenues of 95.4 million euros and a profit before interest and taxes (EBIT) of 9.6 million euros. With 3,100 products distributed in over 100 markets, as well as various medical services, pfm medical provides a broad portfolio of products and services. The offering covers in the medical application fields include infusion, histotechnology, cardiovascular technologies and surgery. Whether for products or services – apart from flawless functioning, pfm medical focuses on the patient's quality of life above all.
Contact
pfm medical ag Ute Ebers Head of Corporate Communications Wankelstraße 60 50996 Köln T +49 (0)2236 9641-370 F +49 (0)2236 9641-99-370 ute.ebers[at]pfmmedical[dot]com
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