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What makes the InstaFlo Bowel Catheter System different from other commercially available diarrhea management catheters?
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InstaFlo is designed to be easy to learn and use, and to help minimize the need for clinician intervention and maintenance. It is a diarrhea management system that combines a collapse-resistant ring, a low-pressure retention cuff, and a sampling port. |
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What is the difference between the InstaFlo and ActiFlo Systems?
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The InstaFlo Bowel Catheter System is designed to serve the needs of patients requiring diarrhea management and is simple, convenient, and effective.
The ActiFlo Indwelling Bowel Catheter System manages various stool consistencies (not just diarrhea), allows access for colonic irrigation, and provides access for rectal medication administration and retention.
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What is the intended use of the InstaFlo Bowel Catheter System?
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InstaFlo is for the diversion of liquid or semi-liquid stool to facilitate the collection of fecal matter in patients with little or no bowel control. |
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Is the InstaFlo Bowel Catheter System easy to use?*
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The InstaFlo System requires 3 simple steps for insertion:
1. Connect
2. Prep
3. Place
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Does the InstaFlo Bowel Catheter System require a physician’s order?
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Yes, Federal (USA) Law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician or other healthcare practitioner licensed under state law to order this product. |
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Does this product contain latex?
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No, the specifications for InstaFlo Bowel Management products and packaging do not include natural rubber latex as a component, and our component suppliers do not add natural rubber as part of their production process. |
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| * CAUTION: Prior to use of the InstaFlo Bowel Catheter System, be sure to read the entire InstaFlo Bowel Catheter System Instructions for Use package insert supplied with the product for device Intended Use, Description, Contraindications, Warnings, Precautions, Adverse Events, and Instructions for Use. |
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| 1. Kowal-Vern A, Stathis P, Barnett B, et al. Fecal containment in bedridden patients: economic impact of two commercial bowel catheter systems. American Journal of Critical Care 2009; 18:S2-S14. |
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