Drainage Catheter Pigtail / Straight
Intended Use
This product is suitable for the drainage of gas, fluid and pus in the chest and abdominal cavity. The action time between the product and human body should not exceed 30 days.
Drainage Catheter Pigtail / Straight：
Unit: mm
OD | Specification | Effective length | Length Tolerance | OD Tolerance |
1.4 | 4Fr | 50~800 | ±5 | ±0.1 |
1.7 | 5Fr | |||
2.0 | 6Fr | |||
2.7 | 8F | |||
3.3 | 10F | |||
4.0 | 12F | |||
4.7 | 14F | |||
5.4 | 16F |
Abdomen Drainage Catheter：
OD (mm) | specification | lumen | Structure Form | Effective length(cm) |
2.00 | 6Fr | Single | Straight Curved | 6 10 13 16 20 25 30 |
2.70 | 8Fr | |||
3.40 | 10Fr | |||
4.00 | 12Fr | |||
4.70 | 14Fr | |||
5.40 | 16Fr |
FAQs – Disposable Drainage Catheter (Pigtail / Straight)
1. What are the specific length options for the abdomen drainage catheter?
Effective lengths include 6, 10, 13, 16, 20, 25, and 30cm for various anatomical depths.
2. Are these catheters available in curved or straight forms?
Yes, we provide both straight and curved structure forms to accommodate different puncture sites.
3. What is the lumen configuration for the abdominal series?
These catheters feature a single-lumen design optimized for high-capacity fluid throughput.
4. What is the diameter of a 10Fr abdominal catheter?
A 10Fr specification corresponds to an outside diameter (OD) of 3.40mm.
5. Is this catheter suitable for abscess drainage?
Yes, the larger gauges (12Fr-16Fr) are specifically designed for the drainage of thick fluids like pus.
6. Can it be used for ascites management?
Certainly, it is widely used for paracentesis and continuous drainage of abdominal ascites.
7. How is the catheter secured to the skin?
Clinicians typically use sutures or specialized stabilization devices via the integrated hub.
8. What is the material's biocompatibility rating?
It is made of medical-grade biocompatible materials safe for up to 30 days of internal contact.
9. What is the length tolerance for these catheters?
The length tolerance is maintained at ±5mm to ensure clinical accuracy.
10. Are these catheters compatible with Seldinger technique insertion?
Yes, they are designed to be used with standard guidewires and dilators for percutaneous placement.
11. Why choose a curved abdominal catheter?
Curved or pigtail tips help anchor the catheter within the peritoneal cavity to prevent migration.
12. Is the catheter tip atraumatic?
Yes, the tips are tapered and smooth to minimize tissue trauma during insertion and removal.
13. What gauge is best for pediatric abdominal drainage?
The 6Fr (2.00mm) size is often preferred for pediatric or smaller patients.
14. Does the package include a stiffener?
Most pigtail or curved configurations include a removable stiffening cannula for easier insertion.
15. Can this be used for percutaneous biliary drainage (PTBD)?
Depending on the clinical case, these catheters are suitable for various percutaneous drainage procedures.
