Obturator for I.V Catheter (Green) 18G, 1.3mm, 45mm Case of 500
Terumo
Injection & InfusionIV catheter accessories / obturators
Certifications
IV catheter accessories / obturators
Description
The Terumo Obturator for I.V. Catheter (Green) - 18G, 1.3 mm, 45 mm is a sterile, single-use closure device designed for use with compatible Terumo I.V. catheters (e.g. Surflo, Versatus, Surshield series). Colour-coded green for 18G catheters, it is inserted into the catheter hub between intermittent infusions or aspirations to close the catheter lumen and help prevent blood reflux and clot formation. Each polypropylene obturator is supplied with a polyethylene protector, is latex-free and PVC-free, and is ethylene-oxide sterilised. Supplied as a case of 500 obturators for hospital, clinic and laboratory infusion therapy use.
Bnefits
- Closes the IV catheter lumen between intermittent infusions or aspirations
- Helps prevent blood reflux and clot formation inside the catheter
- Colour-coded (green) to match 18G intravenous catheters for easy size identification
- Sterile, single-use device to support infection prevention and patient safety
- Latex-free and PVC-free construction reduces risk of latex allergy and PVC plasticizer exposure
- Compatible with multiple Terumo IV catheter ranges (e.g. Surflo, Surflo S-Plus, Versatus, Surshield variants)
- Supports maintenance of catheter patency, reducing the need for catheter replacement
- Supplied in high-volume case of 500 for cost-efficient use in hospitals and clinics
Indications
- Closure of compatible Terumo intravenous catheters between intermittent infusions or aspirations
- Prevention of blood reflux and clot formation in the lumen of indwelling IV catheters
- Use in hospital wards, theatres, infusion suites, day-case units and laboratories where IV lines are used intermittently
- Use with Terumo Surflo, Surflo S-Plus, Surflo-W, Versatus and Surshield IV catheter families where an 18G obturator is specified
Composition
- Obturator: medical-grade polypropylene
- Protector cap: polyethylene
- Device: does not contain PVC
- Device: does not contain natural rubber latex
- Sterilisation: ethylene oxide (EO)
Formulation
- Non-medicinal, non-drug medical device
- Rigid polypropylene obturator rod with colour-coded green hub for 18G catheters
- Supplied with separate polyethylene protector
- Sterile, single-use, non-pyrogenic IV accessory
Packaging
- Case of 500 obturators
- Each obturator supplied sterile in an individual blister pack
- Blister packs labelled with batch number and expiry date
- Outer shipping carton suitable for bulk hospital and clinic supply
Usage
- Verify that the obturator size and colour (green, 18G, 1.3 mm, 45 mm) match the compatible IV catheter.
- Check the unit pack integrity; do not use if the blister or packaging is damaged.
- Perform hand hygiene and use appropriate aseptic technique before handling the device.
- Open the sterile blister immediately prior to use.
- Insert the obturator securely into the hub of the compatible IV catheter to close the lumen between intermittent infusions or aspirations.
- Ensure the obturator is fully seated and stable before leaving the catheter unattended.
- Remove the obturator before infusing fluids, administering medications or aspirating through the catheter.
- Do not reuse or resterilise; dispose of the obturator safely as clinical sharps/waste after single use.
- Store in original packaging until use and observe the expiry date printed on the pack.
Contraindications
- Do not use if the sterile blister pack or packaging is damaged or opened before use.
- Do not reuse or resterilise; single-use device only.
- Not intended for direct intravascular infusion, injection or drug delivery.
- Use only with compatible Terumo IV catheters of matching gauge and specification.
- Use with caution or avoid in patients with known hypersensitivity to polypropylene, polyethylene or ethylene-oxide-sterilised polymer devices.
Adverse Effects
- Potential local irritation or hypersensitivity reaction in patients with material allergies (e.g. to polypropylene, polyethylene or EO residues).
- Risk of catheter occlusion, malfunction or loss of patency if the obturator is not correctly selected or seated.
- Risk of infection or catheter-related complications if aseptic technique is not followed or if the device is reused contrary to instructions.
Storage Conditions
- Store in a clean, dry environment in the original packaging.
- Avoid storage at extreme temperatures and humidity.
- Observe the labelled expiry date; typical shelf life up to 5 years from manufacture.
- Protect from direct sunlight and physical damage to blister packs.
Duration
Used intermittently for as long as the compatible IV catheter remains in situ and requires closure between infusions; each obturator is single-use and should be discarded after one use.
Onset
Immediate mechanical closure of the IV catheter lumen and protection against blood reflux and clot formation upon correct insertion into the catheter hub.
