The Portex® Epidural Minipack System 1 with Clamp is a sterile, purpose-built epidural access solution designed to support precise catheter placement and enhanced control during epidural procedures. This version includes an integrated catheter clamp, allowing anesthetists to temporarily secure the catheter during insertion, connection, or fixation—helping reduce the risk of unintended catheter movement or medication flow.
Offered in 16G (REF 100/391/126) and 18G (REF 100/391/128) configurations, the system enables clinicians to select the appropriate needle gauge based on patient anatomy, procedural complexity, and institutional practice. The Tuohy-style epidural needle features a curved tip and smooth internal lumen, facilitating controlled catheter guidance into the epidural space while minimizing the risk of catheter damage.
The compact minipack format includes only essential components, supporting faster preparation, reduced wastage, and improved workflow efficiency—particularly in high-volume obstetric units, operating theatres, and pain management settings. This system is commonly used for labor analgesia, postoperative pain control, and regional anesthesia for orthopedic and abdominal surgeries.
Key Features:
*Integrated Catheter Clamp for controlled catheter handling and safety
* Available in 16G and 18G Options to suit varied patient profiles
* Tuohy Epidural Needle Design for smooth, guided catheter placement
* Clear Depth Markings for controlled needle advancement
* Sterile, Single-Use Kit supporting infection control standards
* Efficient Setup ideal for high-volume anesthesia environments
Specifications:
| Reference Number |
Needle Gauge |
Configuration |
| 100/391/126 |
16G |
Epidural Minipack System 1 with Clamp |
| 100/391/128 |
18G |
Epidural Minipack System 1 with Clamp |
Product Usage:
The Portex® Epidural Minipack System 1 with Clamp is used to access the epidural space and manage catheter placement safely. After identifying the epidural space with the Tuohy needle, the catheter is threaded and temporarily secured using the clamp. This helps prevent accidental catheter movement or unintended drug flow while the system is being connected and secured.
