Cardinal Health 30416-075 Penrose Drain 18" x 3/4" BX/10

Cardinal Health 30416-075 Penrose Drain 18" x 3/4" BX/10

• Model: 30416-075
• Diameter: 3/4"
• Length: 18"

The Cardinal Health 30416-075 Penrose Drain is a flexible, open-ended latex surgical drain designed to provide passive drainage of fluids (such as blood, lymph, or serous fluid) from a wound or surgical site. Because it does not rely on active suction, it uses gravity and capillary action along its surfaces to channel exudate outward, helping reduce fluid build-up that could impair healing or increase infection risk. Its ¾" internal diameter and 18" length make it suitable for moderate drainage applications where a fairly large lumen is needed to prevent clogging, yet flexibility and soft compliance are essential.

This device includes a radiopaque marker so that its position can be verified via X-ray, which assists surgeons and clinicians in confirming placement or ensuring complete removal later. The inclusion of a safety pin provides a simple mechanical means to anchor the drain externally, preventing inadvertent retraction into the wound during patient movement or dressing changes. Because it is sterile and intended for single use, it avoids cross-contamination and supports standard infection control practices in surgical settings.

In practice, the 30416-075 is commonly used in general, plastic, or reconstructive surgeries, or other operations where passive drainage is preferred over closed suction systems. Its soft latex construction makes it less traumatic to tissues, while its generous lumen helps keep drainage paths open even when fluid viscosity varies. Clinicians choose it when straightforward, reliable drainage without mechanical components is desired, and when the anatomical layout allows gravity drainage. Proper monitoring and timely removal (per institutional protocol) are critical to optimizing outcomes and minimizing complications.