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EpiLong VPC
Visual Pressure Control Device for Identification of the Epidural Space
EpiLong VPC
Visual Pressure Control Device for Identification of the Epidural Space
The new “Visual Pressure Control” (VPC) by Pajunk developed in collaboration with Prof. Dr. med. Dietmar Enk and Dr. med. Günter Michaelis, offers a visual indication of the Loss of Resistance during epidural procedures. The VPC is a reliable alternative to the conventional Loss of Resistance technique, by visually indicating even the smallest pressure change. As a result, a more objective needle tip placement and increased patient safety are allowed.
EpiLong VPC Overview
EpiLong VPC: How it works
The VPC follows the principle of Boyle’s Law that states that the product of pressure and volume are constant. The VPC has a special plunger that comes with a built in capillary and integrated magnifier. Pressure builds up a column in this capillary, which is visible in the magnifier.
Preparing the VPC
VPC is delivered filled with 2ml of air
Drawing of 8ml of NaCl solution (0.9%)
Venting
Procedure
The VPC is pressurised by pushing the plunger forward. The pressure column (magnifying glass) rises.
The pressure column remains visible as long as tissue pressure remains at the tip of the needle.
When the epidural space is reached, the characteristic loss of resistance becomes visible by a clearly recognisable drop of the pressure column in the magnifying glass of the capillary.
The VPC is pressurised by pushing the plunger forward. The pressure column (magnifying glass) rises.
The pressure column remains visible as long as tissue pressure remains at the tip of the needle.
When the epidural space is reached, the characteristic loss of resistance becomes visible by a clearly recognisable drop of the pressure column in the magnifying glass of the capillary.
Comparison
Bimanual needle guidance facilitates application, the piston can be released.
The pressure column shows the slightest pressure differences and enables a reliable position control of the needle tip.
Reaching the epidural space (loss of resistance) is visualised, independent of tactile assessment.
Only small amounts of liquid are injected.
Comparison
Bimanual needle guidance facilitates application, the piston can be released.
The pressure column shows the slightest pressure differences and enables a reliable position control of the needle tip.
Reaching the epidural space (loss of resistance) is visualised, independent of tactile assessment.
Only small amounts of liquid are injected.
EpiLong VPC Features & Advantages
Magnifying Glass
Integrated Capillary
- Visual indication of “Loss of Resistance“
- Allows effective detection of the cervical epidural space1
- Allows for two-handes needle placement
- Confirmable and dependable needle position
- Minimal amounts of saline injected into epidural space
- Simplifies epidural training and supervision process
- Enables a rapid learning curve1
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EpiLong VPC Ordering Info
EpiLong VPC
| Item description | Item no. LUER | Purchase Unit |
|---|---|---|
|
EpiLong VPC / 10ml / Lock |
0001151-49 | 10 |
| Item description |
EpiLong VPC / 10ml / Lock |
|
|---|---|---|
| Item no. LUER | 0001151-49 | 10 |
EpiLong VPC Sets
| Item description | Item no. LUER | Purchase Unit |
|---|---|---|
|
18G x 90mm (3 1/2") Tuohy needle with plastic stylet / 20G x 90cm (35") EpiLong catheter with closed tip and three lateral openings / Clamping Adapter / Filter 0,2µm / FixoLong / VPC 10ml Lock |
0341152-51 | 10 |
| Item description |
18G x 90mm (3 1/2") Tuohy needle with plastic stylet / 20G x 90cm (35") EpiLong catheter with closed tip and three lateral openings / Clamping Adapter / Filter 0,2µm / FixoLong / VPC 10ml Lock |
|
|---|---|---|
| Item no. LUER | 0341152-51 | 10 |
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EpiLong VPC Brochure
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Studies:
1 Castromán, P., Surbano, M. Epilong Visual Pressure Control (EpiLong VPC®) para detectar el espacio epidural cervical: evaluación del rendimiento mediante el método de la suma acumulativa (CUSUM), Revista Latinoamericana del Dolor, Vol. 1, No 1, 2023
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