Smiths Medical 21-8468-24 - TRAY, POWER PAC II, DL, LP, PU, 3.2MM, WING-LOCK, 10FR/INTRO
The Smiths Medical 21-8468-24 Power Pac II Tray is a professional-grade vascular access tray designed to support reliable placement of a dual lumen, low profile implantable port system. This tray includes a Power Pac II configuration with polyurethane construction, a 3.2 mm profile, Wing-Lock stabilization, and a 10FR introducer setup for controlled clinical use.
Engineered for healthcare environments that require dependable infusion access, the Smiths Medical 21-8468-24 tray supports efficient procedural preparation by providing key components in a standardized tray format. Its dual lumen design helps clinicians manage therapies that may require separate access pathways, while the low profile design supports patient comfort and practical placement considerations.
Key Benefits
The Smiths Medical 21-8468-24 Power Pac II Tray is designed to help clinical teams improve procedural efficiency, product consistency, and vascular access workflow. The dual lumen configuration supports multi-therapy access when clinically appropriate, reducing the need for separate access devices in selected patients.
The low profile port design may help improve patient comfort after implantation, while the polyurethane construction is commonly selected for flexibility and durability in long-term vascular access applications. The Wing-Lock feature supports secure handling and placement during the procedure, helping clinicians maintain control throughout the implantation process.
As a complete tray format, this product helps reduce time spent gathering individual components and supports a more organized clinical setup for interventional, surgical, oncology, and infusion care teams.
Compatibility and Applications
The Smiths Medical 21-8468-24 Power Pac II Dual Lumen Low Profile Port Tray is intended for use in clinical settings where an implantable vascular access port is required. It may be used in hospitals, outpatient surgery centers, interventional radiology departments, infusion clinics, oncology facilities, and specialty care environments.
This tray is suitable for healthcare professionals managing patients who require reliable venous access for therapies such as medication administration, infusion therapy, blood draws, contrast-related procedures when indicated by device labeling, and long-term treatment plans that require dependable access.
Compatibility should always be confirmed with the facility protocol, the complete product instructions for use, patient-specific requirements, and the prescribing clinicians treatment plan. The tray should be used only by trained healthcare professionals familiar with implantable port placement and vascular access procedures.
Usage Guidelines
Before use, inspect the packaging to confirm that the tray is intact, unopened, and within the stated expiration date. Do not use the product if the sterile barrier appears compromised or if any component appears damaged.
All placement and handling should follow the manufacturers instructions for use, institutional sterile technique, and applicable clinical protocols. The clinician should confirm proper device selection based on patient anatomy, therapy requirements, access site, and procedural plan.
After placement, port function should be verified according to facility policy and the manufacturers guidance. Ongoing access, flushing, maintenance, and monitoring should be performed by qualified healthcare personnel using approved techniques and compatible supplies.
Certifications and Safety Standards
The Smiths Medical 21-8468-24 Power Pac II Tray is manufactured for professional medical use and should be handled according to recognized healthcare safety standards for sterile implantable vascular access devices. Facilities should confirm applicable regulatory status, product labeling, and documentation before purchase and use.
Clinical teams should follow relevant infection prevention standards, sterile field procedures, sharps safety practices, and vascular access protocols. Any use of the device must align with the manufacturers instructions, facility policy, and applicable local, state, and federal healthcare regulations.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared with separately assembled vascular access components, the Smiths Medical 21-8468-24 tray offers a streamlined solution by providing a procedure-ready tray configuration. This can help improve preparation time, standardize component availability, and support more consistent procedural workflow.
Compared with single lumen port options, the dual lumen design may provide added clinical flexibility for patients who require separate access pathways. Compared with larger profile port systems, the low profile design may offer a more discreet and comfortable option for selected patients, depending on anatomy and clinical need.
Smiths Medical vascular access products are widely recognized in professional healthcare environments, making this tray a practical choice for facilities seeking dependable brand consistency, structured procedural kits, and components designed for specialized access procedures.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This product is typically used by interventional radiologists, surgeons, vascular access specialists, oncology clinicians, infusion therapy teams, and trained perioperative staff. It is selected for patients who need reliable implantable venous access and for clinical teams that require a standardized tray for port placement procedures.
Common application scenarios include oncology treatment access, long-term infusion support, specialty medication administration, and clinical situations where dual lumen vascular access is beneficial. The tray format is especially useful in high-volume procedural departments where efficiency, consistency, and readiness are important.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Store the Smiths Medical 21-8468-24 tray in a clean, dry, temperature-appropriate medical supply area according to the manufacturers storage recommendations. Avoid exposure to excessive moisture, heat, or conditions that may damage the packaging or sterile barrier.
Use strict aseptic technique during placement, access, and maintenance. Confirm that staff members responsible for accessing or maintaining the port are trained in implantable port care, flushing protocols, dressing procedures, and complication monitoring.
Routine maintenance should follow the manufacturers instructions and facility policy. Monitor the access site for signs of infection, leakage, pain, swelling, or malfunction. Any concerns should be evaluated promptly by qualified clinical personnel.
Regulatory and Safety Information
The Smiths Medical 21-8468-24 Power Pac II Tray is a professional medical product intended for use by qualified healthcare providers. It should not be used without appropriate clinical training, procedural authorization, and review of the manufacturers instructions for use.
Patient selection, device placement, access, and maintenance must be performed under appropriate medical supervision. Contraindications, warnings, precautions, and potential complications should be reviewed before use. Facilities should ensure compliance with all applicable medical device handling, purchasing, documentation, and patient safety requirements.
How to Order
Select the Smiths Medical 21-8468-24 TRAY, POWER PAC II, DL, LP, PU, 3.2MM, WING-LOCK, 10FR/INTRO and add it to your cart. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. For bulk orders, quotes, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312)275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.
