Opticath® Central Venous Oximetry Catheter (ScvO<sub>2</sub>)

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The Opticath Central Venous Oximetry (ScvO2) Catheter monitors central venous oxyhemoglobin saturation continuously. It also can be used for central venous pressure monitoring, drug and fluid administration, vascular access and venous blood sampling. The catheter is available with three lumens and in 20 cm expanded configurations with or without heparin.

Hospira's exclusive 3-wavelength technology with digital filtration provides proven performance with the Opticath Central Venous Oximetry Catheter. It may also eliminate the need for clinical updates of hemoglobin/hematocrit values. The Opticath system's light intensity display helps ensure accurate readings.

Works with all existing Hospira SO2 Monitors — Oximetrix 3, Q2 and Q2 Plus
Compatible with SO2 modules manufactured by Philips Medical, GE Medical and Spacelabs Medical, eliminating the need for an additional stand-alone monitor
May be used for the following:

As a component of early goal directed therapy (EGDT)
Rapid continuous assessment of a patient's hemodynamic status
Management of ventilation patterns and PEEP adjustment
As an indication of changing oxygen transport variables: cardiac output, hemoglobin and oxygen demand

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