PleurX™ connecting tube

PleurX™ connecting tube

The PleurX™ connecting tube can be connected to the safety valve of a drainova® or PleurX™ catheter via the insertion pin. On the other side, the PleurX™ connecting tube has a male Luer lock connection.

Product information


PleurX™ connecting tube

Art. No.
50-7245A

Minimum order
1 PU = 10 pieces, sterile

The PleurX™ connecting tube can be connected via the insertion pin to the safety valve of a PleurX™ catheter Art. No. 50-7050 or Art. No. 50-9050 can be connected. On the other side, the PleurX™ connecting tube has a Luer-Lock male connection.

Product information


PleurX™ connecting tube

Art. No.
50-7245

Minimum order
1 PU = 10 pieces, sterile

Functions and advantages


  • For rinsing a drainova® or PleurX™ catheter
  • To carry out fibrinolysis
  • For sampling (pleural effusion or ascites)
  • For drainage and permanent drainage with a gravity bag, e.g. Pneu-Pack II or via the enclosed 5-in-1 adapter with an in-house suction system
  • For drainage and continuous drainage with a Topaz Medela pump, via drainova adapter 3/8 LLW Art. No. P8448
  • The drainage quantity and the drainage interval can be regulated using the roller clamp

When used for permanent drainage, the connections should be checked twice a day. For hygienic reasons, the connection hose must be replaced under sterile conditions after 48 hours at the latest.