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Dialysis Discussion => Dialysis: General Discussion => Topic started by: bjl209 on May 07, 2008, 08:00:23 AM

Title: Catheter Cover
Post by: bjl209 on May 07, 2008, 08:00:23 AM

I have heard about a catheter cover that locks the connection. This sounds very interesting to me. I have tried to find information on this idea but have not been able to find any concrete information.

Does anyone currently use on of these catheter connection covers? (aka locking-boxes, clamshells, etc.)
Anyone know where they come from?
Are they specific to your catheter?

Please help me find this information. Thanks  ???

Title: Re: Catheter Cover
Post by: KICKSTART on May 07, 2008, 10:28:56 AM

Not sure what you are after but 'clamshells' are used for CAPD 

Title: Re: Catheter Cover
Post by: kitkatz on May 07, 2008, 09:10:52 PM

Look into types of permanent catheters for dialysis. There is one type that locks a needle into place, then locks a cap over it when not in use.

Title: Re: Catheter Cover
Post by: bjl209 on May 13, 2008, 07:02:14 AM

I was actually specifically talking about when the catheter is connected to the bloodline in HD. I have heard that people use plastic covers or something to secure their connection instead of just tape. I was just wondering if anyone else had heard about this technique and what its all about?

thanks