Introducer Needle

• Needle: Typically made of stainless steel or other medical-grade materials, with a sharp bevel tip for precise puncture.
• Hub: The base of the needle where the catheter or guidewire is inserted and advanced into the blood vessel.

1. Extremely low insertion forces.
2. Easy access and reduce tissue.
3. Smooth Guidewire insertion.
4. Safety Cover for Unwanted Hazard.
5. Variety of sizes, lenths and shapes.

• Facilitates Vascular Access: Enables safe and controlled access to blood vessels for the insertion of catheters or guidewires.
• Reduces Trauma: Minimizes tissue trauma during insertion, leading to improved patient comfort and reduced risk of complications.
• Accuracy: Provides a precise entry point into the vessel, enhancing the success rate of vascular access procedures.

• Guidewire Compatibility: Compatible with standard guidewires used for vascular access procedures.
• Echogenicity: Some needles are designed with enhanced visibility under ultrasound guidance (echogenic) for improved procedural accuracy.
• Safety Features: Some models include safety mechanisms to minimize needlestick injuries and enhance clinician safety.

How It Works:

• Preparation: Prepare the patient and equipment according to procedural guidelines, ensuring sterile technique.
• Insertion: Insert the introducer needle into the desired blood vessel under sterile conditions, verifying placement through blood return or ultrasound guidance.
• Advancement: Once positioned correctly, advance the guidewire or catheter through the needle into the vessel lumen for further procedural steps.

• Gauge: Available in various gauges (diameter sizes) depending on the specific procedure and patient anatomy.
• Length: Length varies based on the intended depth of vessel penetration and procedural requirements.
• Sterility: Packaged and sterilized to maintain aseptic conditions during procedures, reducing the risk of infections.

Applications:

• Peripheral Vascular Access: Used in procedures such as peripheral intravenous (IV) line insertion and arterial blood gas sampling.
• Central Venous Access: Facilitates the placement of central venous catheters (CVCs) and other central lines.
• Interventional Procedures: Essential for diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures requiring vascular access.