Closed-circuit liquid removal with two fluid options.
Fluid removal is superior to single-orificed catheters, since the Arrow-Clarke 8 Fr. multi-orificed catheter speeds removal of even viscous pleural fluids or blood.
You have two choices for fluid withdrawal: a high pressure tubing set with roller clamp and needle for use with a vacuum bottle (not included), or a unique syringe pump system and drainage bag.
The unique features of the syringe pump system permit aspirating for a safer thoracentesis procedure than is possible with other techniques.

Self-sealing Pleura-Seal valve for reliable, instantaneous occlusion.
To help minimize the possibility of needle/catheter-induced pneumothorax, the Arrow-Clarke Thoracentesis Device incorporates the unique Pleura-Seal valve.
It features a self-sealing valve that closes instantly upon needle removal. This reduces potential risk of pneumothorax associated with open catheters which rely on thumb or finger occlusion.

Thromboresistant Polyurethane material. And other benefits.
The Arrow-Clarke Thoracentesis Catheter is now available with the time-proven patient advantages of Arrow's Polyurethane material. It exhibits exceptional mechanical characteristics of strength, abrasion resistance, and hydrolytic stability.
A side port also allows the infusion of chemotherapeutic or sclerosing agents.