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Portex® Epidural Minipack System 1 – 16G & 18G

Portex® Epidural Minipack System 1 – 16G & 18G

The Portex® Epidural Minipack System 1 is a compact, sterile epidural access kit designed to support safe, efficient, and controlled placement of an epidural catheter. The kit includes a precision-engineered Tuohy epidural needle along with essential accessories required during epidural placement, helping anesthetists perform the procedure with confidence and consistency.

Available in 16G (Ref No 100/391/116) and 18G (Ref No 100/391/118) options, the system allows clinicians to choose the appropriate needle size based on patient anatomy. The minipack configuration avoids unnecessary components, reducing preparation time and supporting efficient workflow in operating rooms. The Portex® Epidural Minipack System 1 is designed for routine epidural procedures where reliability and simplicity are essential.

Shah Trading Corporation, Mumbai supplies genuine Portex® Epidural Minipack System 1 kits across India, ensuring dependable availability for hospitals and healthcare institutions.

Product Specifications:

Specification Details
Brand Portex® (Smiths Medical)
Product Name Epidural Minipack System 1
Needle Gauge Options 16G, 18G
Needle Type Tuohy epidural needle
Needle Length Standard epidural length (varies by model)
Pack Type Minipack (essential components only)
Sterility Sterile, single-use
Intended Use Epidural anesthesia and analgesia
Clinical Areas Anesthesia, obstetrics, pain management


Product Usage:

The Portex® Epidural Minipack System 1 is used to access the epidural space for anesthesia or pain control. The anesthetist inserts the Tuohy needle using standard epidural techniques, confirms correct placement, and introduces the epidural catheter through the needle to deliver anesthetic medication during surgery or for postoperative analgesia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Portex® Epidural Minipack support consistent loss-of-resistance technique?

The needle’s internal lumen and smooth bevel geometry allow predictable tactile feedback during loss-of-resistance, helping anesthetists identify the epidural space accurately.

Can Portex Epidural Minipack System 1 be used for continuous epidural analgesia?

Yes. Once access is established using the Tuohy needle, it supports placement of an epidural catheter for continuous drug delivery, depending on hospital protocol.

Who is the distributor for Portex® Epidural Minipack System 1 in India?

Shah Trading Corporation, Mumbai is a trusted dealer, distributor, and supplier, supporting hospitals and anesthesia departments across India with genuine Portex® products.