PERICARDIAL DRAINAGE SET USED TO DRAIN FLUID FROM THE PERICARDIAL SAC
The ZDWO drainage system is used if fluid has to be removed from the pericardial sac pursuant to emergency (pericardium tamponade) or scheduled indications. It can also be used to collect fluid from the pericardial sac for diagnostic purposes.
It comprises modification consisting in simplification of previously applied sets, which may shorten procedure time. The required softness and elasticity of the materials improves safety of the procedure. The drainage system allows complete removal of the fluid from the pericardial sac. Ultrasound control is recomended during the procedure for the safety reasons.