ICU Medical Connector, Microclave

Connector, Microclave

The Microclave connector is an IV connector used with peripheral, arterial, and central venous catheters for administration of IV fluids, medications, and blood products. It fits clinical settings that want a connector that supports current practice without requiring a change in technique. Key workflow details include a saline flush option that can eliminate the use of heparin, minimal blood reflux in the catheter tip, and no clamping sequence required.

Good Fit For

• IV administration through peripheral, arterial, or central venous catheters
• Clinical workflows that want to avoid changing technique
• Facilities standardizing on latex-free connector options

Key Features

• Works with peripheral, arterial, and central venous catheters for IV fluid, medication, and blood product administration
• Microbial barrier helps reduce risks of bacterial contamination
• No change in clinical practice or technique required, which can simplify adoption
• Saline flush option can eliminate the use of heparin
• Minimal blood reflux in the catheter tip and no clamping sequence required
• Latex free for buyers seeking a latex-free connector

Applications and Usage

• Administering IV fluids
• Administering medications through compatible catheters
• Administering blood products
• Supporting saline flush protocols where eliminating heparin use is desired

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Use this connector with peripheral, arterial, and central venous catheters.
• A saline flush option is noted for workflows that may eliminate heparin use.
• No clamping sequence is required, which may affect protocol selection and staff preference.

FAQ

• What types of catheters is the Microclave connector used with? The Microclave connector is used with peripheral, arterial, and central venous catheters.
• What can this connector be used to administer? This connector is used for administration of IV fluids, medications, and blood products.
• Does the Microclave connector require a change in clinical technique? No. The product details state that it does not require a change in clinical practice or technique.
• Is a clamping sequence required with this connector? No. The product details indicate that no clamping sequence is required.
• Is this connector latex free? Yes. This Microclave connector is latex free.

From ICU Medical.