pleural port

A very useful member of the Norfolk family, this version of the Port kit consists of a silicone fenestrated catheter for insertion into the thoracic cavity, with a CompanionPort and 3 sizes of Huber needle. All sizes of Huber needle are available to purchase in boxes of 12, for repeat port access. Indications for use are repeated aspiration of the thoracic cavity, or intra-cavity chemotherapy. A surgical procedure under anaesthesia is required to place the catheter initially, but subsequent drainage of the chest can be carried out with no sedation and without struggling with the animal, while they are seated or lying comfortably. This substantially reduces the stress on an animal which usually already has compromised respiration. A surgical guide and further information is available online at www.norfolkvetproducts.com