How is the smart canula ® inserted?
Each smart canula ® comes with its specific mandrel in the same blister. Insertion of the smart canula ® requires a guide wire, which is positioned in the target vessel area (e.g. vena cava superior for femoral cannulation). Correct positioning of the guide wire has to be checked with echocardiography or other suitable means. The smart canula ® is collapsed by extension with its mandrel and inserted over the guide wire previously positioned as described above. Once the smart canula ® is in place, it is important to remove the guide wire before the mandrel in order to avoid dislodgement of smart canula ® tip. For the patients safety, it is mandatory to read the instructions for use.
