Smiths Medical 21-4471-24 - Single-Lumen Low Profile Portal Tray, 8.5FR, 2.6mm x 1.6mm x 76cm
The Smiths Medical 21-4471-24 Single-Lumen Low Profile Portal Tray is designed for reliable vascular access procedures where a low profile implanted port system is required. This portal tray includes an 8.5FR single-lumen configuration with a 2.6mm x 1.6mm catheter dimension and 76cm catheter length, supporting controlled medication delivery, fluid administration, blood sampling, and other clinically appropriate infusion therapies.
Built for use by trained healthcare professionals, this portal tray supports efficient procedural setup by providing key components in a ready-to-use tray format. The low profile design is intended to help reduce prominence under the skin while supporting dependable access for patients who require intermittent or long-term infusion therapy.
Key Benefits
- Single-lumen low profile portal design supports dependable vascular access in appropriate clinical settings.
- 8.5FR catheter size provides a balance of access performance and patient comfort considerations.
- 2.6mm x 1.6mm x 76cm catheter dimensions support clinical flexibility during placement.
- Tray format helps streamline preparation and supports procedural efficiency.
- Designed for use in infusion therapy, medication administration, and related vascular access applications.
- Low profile construction may help improve patient comfort and reduce visible prominence after implantation.
- Manufactured for professional healthcare environments where consistency, sterility, and procedural reliability are essential.
Compatibility and Applications
The Smiths Medical 21-4471-24 Single-Lumen Low Profile Portal Tray is intended for use in healthcare facilities that perform vascular access procedures and manage patients requiring implanted port access. It may be used in hospitals, outpatient infusion centers, oncology departments, interventional radiology suites, surgical centers, and specialty clinics.
This portal tray is suitable for clinically appropriate applications that may include infusion therapy, chemotherapy administration, antibiotic therapy, hydration, parenteral nutrition, blood draws, and repeated venous access when ordered and managed by qualified healthcare professionals. Compatibility should always be confirmed with the facility protocol, physician instructions, and the specific infusion therapy being administered.
Usage Guidelines
The Smiths Medical 21-4471-24 portal tray should be used only by trained clinicians familiar with implanted vascular access devices and sterile procedural technique. Before use, verify the product reference, size, packaging integrity, expiration date, and all tray components. Do not use if the sterile barrier is damaged or if the product appears compromised.
Placement, access, flushing, locking, and maintenance should follow the manufacturers instructions for use, institutional policies, and applicable clinical standards. Proper aseptic technique is essential throughout handling, implantation, and subsequent port access. After placement, confirm catheter position and function according to facility protocol before initiating therapy.
Certifications and Safety Standards
Smiths Medical vascular access products are developed for professional medical use and are generally manufactured under quality systems intended to support safety, consistency, and regulatory compliance. The Smiths Medical 21-4471-24 Single-Lumen Low Profile Portal Tray should be used according to the manufacturers current labeling, instructions for use, and applicable healthcare facility requirements.
Healthcare providers should confirm product specifications, regulatory status, and any applicable certifications before purchase or clinical use. Sterility, single-use status, material compatibility, and any relevant warnings should be reviewed directly on the product packaging and official documentation.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared with standard or higher profile portal systems, the Smiths Medical 21-4471-24 Single-Lumen Low Profile Portal Tray offers a compact port design intended to support patient comfort and reduce the physical prominence of the implanted device. The single-lumen format is well suited for therapies where one access pathway is clinically appropriate, helping reduce complexity when multiple lumens are not required.
Many competing portal systems may require separate component sourcing or additional procedural preparation. This tray format supports a more organized setup by bringing required components together for procedural use. For facilities that value recognized vascular access product design, consistent tray configuration, and practical handling, this Smiths Medical portal tray is a strong option for appropriate long-term access needs.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This product is typically selected by physicians, interventional radiologists, surgeons, oncology clinicians, infusion nurses, vascular access teams, and procurement specialists who need a dependable low profile implanted port tray. It is appropriate for healthcare settings managing patients who require repeated venous access and where a single-lumen implanted port is clinically suitable.
Common application scenarios may include oncology treatment plans, long-term infusion therapy, recurring medication administration, chronic disease management requiring venous access, and outpatient infusion programs. The low profile design may be especially useful for patients where comfort, reduced device visibility, and long-term access management are important considerations.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Before use, confirm that the Smiths Medical 21-4471-24 tray matches the clinical order and intended application. Store the product in a clean, dry environment within the conditions specified by the manufacturer. Keep the tray sealed until immediately before use and maintain sterile technique throughout the procedure.
After implantation, follow facility protocols for port access, dressing care, flushing, locking, needle changes, and infection prevention. Use compatible non-coring needles when accessing the port, and assess the site for redness, swelling, pain, leakage, or other signs of complication. Document placement details, access dates, flushing procedures, and any patient concerns in accordance with clinical policy.
Regulatory and Safety Information
The Smiths Medical 21-4471-24 Single-Lumen Low Profile Portal Tray is a professional medical device intended for use under the direction of qualified healthcare providers. It should not be used outside the scope of its labeling, clinical indications, or facility protocols. Product selection should be based on patient needs, therapy requirements, vessel assessment, and clinician judgment.
Potential risks associated with implanted vascular access devices may include infection, thrombosis, catheter occlusion, catheter migration, extravasation, bleeding, vessel injury, and device-related complications. Clinicians should review all contraindications, warnings, precautions, and instructions supplied by the manufacturer before use. Any adverse events or product concerns should be reported according to facility policy and applicable regulatory requirements.
How to Order
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