Ochsner Trocar Thorax 18Fg

Clinical Application

Provides controlled percutaneous access to the pleural space for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Common uses include initial entry for chest tube placement, evacuation of pneumothorax or pleural effusion, and establishment of a port for thoracoscopic procedures. The trocar system facilitates rapid, direct entry while minimizing soft-tissue coring when used with proper technique.

Design & Configuration

The instrument is supplied as a matched cannula and obturator trocar system configured for thoracic entry. The obturator provides a centered piercing profile to penetrate intercostal tissues and pleura, and the cannula maintains a stable conduit for subsequent insertion of drainage tubing or thoracoscopic instruments. A low-profile hub permits secure connection to drainage systems or valves and helps maintain a controlled insertion depth. The cannula/obturator pairing is designed to optimize tactile feedback at the point of pleural entry to reduce the risk of over-penetration.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Trocar for thoracic access
• Model: Ochsner Trocar Thorax 18Fg
• Configuration: Cannula with matched obturator
• Size: 18Fg
• Intended use: Percutaneous pleural access, chest tube insertion, thoracoscopic port

Material & Construction

Constructed to provide a rigid working channel and reliable obturator engagement during percutaneous entry. Surfaces are finished to facilitate cleaning and reprocessing where reusable instruments are used; the cannula/obturator interface is engineered for consistent assembly and secure seating during insertion.

Quality & Compliance

Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.

Brand Comparison

Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.

Availability & Returns

• In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
• Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
• Returns: 30-day return policy