The Sterimed Haemolock Catheter (Uterine Balloon Tamponade) is a temporary, single-use medical device used to quickly control or reduce primary postpartum hemorrhage within 24 hours after delivery.

It is made up of natural rubber latex, polyvinyl chloride, and polycarbonate. It is easy to insert in the uterus, reduces risk of complications, reduces bleeding, and minimises adverse effects.

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Benefits of Using Sterimed Haemolock Catheter (Uterine Balloon Tamponade)

Designed to be put in and inflated very quickly to stop heavy bleeding right away.
Special bleeding tracker as an open tip that lets blood and fluids drain out easily.
Helps women experiencing heavy bleeding immediately after childbirth.
Ability for quick and easy insertion providing a timely response in emergency situations.
High elastic balloon gives maximum coverage to the uterus wall.
Minimizes the need for drugs & surgery (gives less traumatic experience).
Maximum volume of inflation of the balloon is 500 ml.

How to Use Sterimed Haemolock Catheter (Uterine Balloon Tamponade) Correctly?

Check the patient’s condition, it should be normal.
By using ultrasound or direct examination, check the uterine cavity.
Use foam body cleanser or ready-cleanse wipes to clean the area.
Unpack the package using an aseptic technique.
Do inflation and deflation test of the balloon with air.
Hold the balloon portion between two fingers and insert in the uterus through vagina.
Ensure the balloon section passes completely through the internal cervical opening.

Safety Information:

It is strictly for single and short term use.
Must not be left inside the uterus for more than 24 hours.
Avoid using pus-filled infections in the vagina, cervix, or uterus.
Must be used by trained gynecologists or licensed healthcare professionals.
Do not expose to heat & direct sunlight, keep in a dry & cool place.
It should be used immediately after opening.
Patient’s bleeding volume should be monitored before using.
Identify whether the patient is allergic or not to natural rubber latex.