The One-Step centesis catheter has a low profile, tapered tip and smooth transitions to decrease resistance for less patient discomfort. Its echo-enhanced needle allows for more accurate placement, while the four large drainage holes spiral around the catheter for maximum drainage.
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Features & Benefits
Up to 34% LESS catheter tip penetration force and up to 16% FASTER flow rate
Safe, controlled insertion with decreased procedure times.
The valved One-Step centesis catheter is designed with an integrated self-sealing valve to minimize the risk of air entering the pleural space.
Pigtail shape
Reduces drainage hole occlusion
Distal obturator
Prevents catheter puncture and shearing and accidental needlestick
Large holes
Increase flow rates to decrease procedure times
Depth markers
Depth markers and echo-enhanced needle for fast and accurate positioning
Self-closing Valve
Prevents air infiltration and fluid leakage
Kink-resistant Material
Keeps catheter open to help maximize drainage
Sharp needle and smooth transitions
for ease of insertion and decreased patient discomfort
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Discover more about the One-Step™ Centesis Catheters by reviewing the brochures and Instructions for Use.
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| Catalog Number | Expanded Family Name1 | Catheter French Size (F) | Catheter Length (cm) | Catheter Tip Configuration | Connection (Needle to Catheter) | Side Holes | Valve | Needle Gauge | Sterilization | Latex Free | HCPCS Code | Shipping Box Qty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OSC-4F-10L | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 4F | 10 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 20G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-4F-10LNH | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 4F | 10 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | No Side Holes | No Valve | 20G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-4F-10S | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 4F | 10 cm | Straight | Slip Fit | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 20G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-4F-12PL | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 4F | 12 cm | Pigtail | Fixed Luer | 4 Drainage Holes | No Valve | 20G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-4F-7L | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 4F | 7 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 20G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-4F-7S | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 4F | 7 cm | Straight | Slip Fit | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 20G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-10L | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 10 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 19G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-10LNH | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 10 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | No Side Holes | No Valve | 19G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-10S | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 10 cm | Straight | Slip Fit | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 19G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-12PL | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 12 cm | Pigtail | Fixed Luer | 4 Drainage Holes | No Valve | 20G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-12PS | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 12 cm | Pigtail | Slip Fit | 4 Drainage Holes | No Valve | 20G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-15L | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 15 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 19G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-15LNH | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 15 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | No Side Holes | No Valve | 19G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-15NH | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 15 cm | Straight | Swivel Nut | No Side Holes | No Valve | 19G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-15S | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 15 cm | Straight | Slip Fit | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 19G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-17PL | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 17 cm | Pigtail | Fixed Luer | 4 Drainage Holes | No Valve | 20G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-17PS | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 17 cm | Pigtail | Slip Fit | 4 Drainage Holes | No Valve | 20G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-7L | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 7 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 19G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-7LNH | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 7 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | No Side Holes | No Valve | 19G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-5F-7S | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 5F | 7 cm | Straight | Slip Fit | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 19G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-6F-10L | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 6F | 10 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 18G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-6F-10S | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 6F | 10 cm | Straight | Slip Fit | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 18G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-6F-12PL | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 6F | 12 cm | Pigtail | Fixed Luer | 4 Drainage Holes | No Valve | 18G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-6F-12PS | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 6F | 12 cm | Pigtail | Slip Fit | 4 Drainage Holes | No Valve | 18G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-6F-15L | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 6F | 15 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 18G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-6F-17PL | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 6F | 17 cm | Pigtail | Fixed Luer | 4 Drainage Holes | No Valve | 18G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-6F-7S | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 6F | 7 cm | Straight | Slip Fit | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 18G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-8F-10L | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 8F | 10 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 18G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-8F-10S | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 8F | 10 cm | Straight | Slip Fit | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 18G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-8F-12PL | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 8F | 12 cm | Pigtail | Fixed Luer | 4 Drainage Holes | No Valve | 18G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-8F-15L | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 8F | 15 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 18G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-8F-17PL | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 8F | 17 cm | Pigtail | Fixed Luer | 4 Drainage Holes | No Valve | 18G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
| OSC-8F-7L | One-Step™ Centesis Catheter | 8F | 7 cm | Straight | Fixed Luer | 4 Spiraling Drainage Holes | No Valve | 18G | ETO | Yes | C1729 | 5 |
