BD Carefusion TPT1000 Thora-Para Catheter Drainage Tray, 8Fr.

BD Carefusion TPT1000 Thora-Para Catheter Drainage Tray, 8Fr.

• Model: TPT1000
• Individual Dimensions: 2" x 18-1/2" x 10-1/4"

This BD Thora-Para Valved Catheter Drainage Tray (TPT1000) is designed to support clinicians in performing thoracentesis or paracentesis procedures for fluid removal in the thoracic or abdominal cavities. The 8 Fr catheter (over an 18 g introducer needle) offers a balance of adequate drainage capacity with minimally invasive access. The self-sealing valve built into the catheter system helps to maintain a closed system once the introducer needle is removed, thereby reducing risk of air ingress and maintaining procedural safety.

From a procedural workflow perspective, the tray delivers a comprehensive, ready-to-use kit containing everything needed in a single package. This includes antiseptic prep (ChloraPrep applicator), local anesthetic ampules (lidocaine), specimen collection vials, drainage tubing with options for manual, vacuum or wall suction drainage, and all associated accessory items (drapes, gauze, syringes, needles, bandages) as specified in the product spec sheet. Having all these components in one tray helps reduce setup time, streamline inventory management, and promote standardization across a facility.

Clinically, the 8 Fr size provides sufficient lumen for effective fluid removal while remaining less bulky than larger catheters, which helps with patient comfort and reduces invasiveness. The incorporation of the self-sealing valve is particularly beneficial because it helps maintain a sealed environment post-catheter insertion, thereby reducing the risk of complications such as pneumothorax in thoracentesis or leakage in paracentesis. The kit’s design alignment with BD’s drainage system portfolio (including both manual and suction drainage options) means it fits within a broader workflow for fluid management, making it a reliable solution for hospitals, outpatient centers, and interventional radiology departments.