A systematic, stepwise approach to managing postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) includes use of the BT-Cath® balloon tamponade catheter.
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BT-Cath®
is a soft silicone balloon tamponade catheter that provides direct
pressure to control postpartum hemorrhage (PPH). BT-Cath® has
a lumen allowing intrauterine blood drainage that allows timely confirmation
of the tamponade effectiveness. The intrauterine drainage port is
flush with the top of the inflated balloon (no tubing protruding from
the balloon) allowing placement near the uterine fundus. Check-valves
and other kit components are included to simplify and expedite the
inflation process.
BT-Cath’s Design Benefits Include:
A soft balloon that is easy to insert, contours to the uterine wall,
provides drainage near the fundus and does not require a surgical
procedure to remove.
A uterine drainage port that is flush with the top of the inflated
balloon.
A dual lumen catheter that allows infusion of saline to expand the
balloon while providing uterine drainage to monitor the progression
of hemostasis.
Durable silicone components with optimal biocompatibility and strength.
Two syringes to provide for uninterrupted infusion of saline for timely
tamponade expansion.
A bag spike and stopcock equipped with check valves for efficient
saline infusion without the need to repeatedly manipulate a stopcock.
ACOG Clinical Management Guidelines state, “When
treating postpartum hemorrhage, it is necessary to balance the use
of conservative management techniques with the need to [timely] control
the bleeding and achieve hemostasis.” In their article, “Tamponade
balloon for obstetrical bleeding,” Bakri et al. conclude that,
“Hemostasis in cases of post-partum bleeding caused by low-lying
placenta/placenta previa can be achieved by using a large volume,
fluid-filled tamponade balloon.” (International Journal of Obstetrics
and Gynecology, August 2001)
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