Bard Hickman User manual

Bard Access Systems, Inc.
Hickman*
Hemodialysis/Apheresis
Long Term Central
Venous Catheters
Instructions For Use

Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Indications For Use 3
Contraindications, Warnings, Cautions
and Precautions 3
Possible Complications 7
Hickman* Hemodialysis/Apheresis
Long Term Central Venous Catheter
Placement Procedures 8
Section A: Prepping Procedure
Section B: Tunneling Procedure
Section C: Cutdown Technique
Section D: Percutaneous Technique
Catheter Removal 17
References 18
Patient Information - Catheter Care
and Maintenance 19
Catheter Damage
Site Care
Clamping the Catheter
Flushing the Catheter and“Heparin Lock” Procedure
Changing the Injection Cap

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Introduction
Description:
Hickman* Hemodialysis/Apheresis Central Venous Catheters are
constructed of specially formulated and processed silicone. The catheters
are radiopaque with female luer locking adapters and SureCu* tissue
ingrowth cu for xation of the catheters in a subcutaneous tunnel. Each
catheter is provided in a double sterile package.
Catheter repair kits are available in sterile packages for the adapter legs.
Placement:
The catheter is placed into one of the large central veins so the tip lies in the
superior vena cava above the right atrium. It is tunnelled subcutaneously
to the desired exit site. The SureCu* Tissue Ingrowth Cu, attached to the
catheter, is positioned 3-5 cms below the skin exit site in the tunnel. The
cu promotes tissue ingrowth to secure the catheter in place.
Schematics:
Single Lumen
Connector
Attached Clamp
SureCuff*Tissue
ngrowth Cuff
Catheter
Protective Clamping Sleeve
Clamp He e

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Adapter Legs
Attached Clamps
SureCu* Tissue
Ingrowth Cu
Catheter
Protective
Clamping
Sleeve
Clamp Here
Clamp Here
Dual Lumen

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Indications For Use
Hickman* Hemodialysis/Apheresis Catheters are designed for long-term
vascular access and for use in patients that lack adequate peripheral venous
access. They are available in single lumen (10.8 and 14.4 Fr), and a dual
lumen (13.5 Fr.), catheter congurations in various lengths.
All Hickman* Hemodialysis/Apheresis central venous catheters are
designed for hemodialysis, apheresis, and the administration of I.V. uids,
blood products, drugs, and parenteral nutrition solutions, as well as blood
withdrawal. The Hickman* dual lumen hemodialysis / apheresis catheter
incorporates two large, equal size lumens appropriate for hemodialysis and
apheresis procedures.
Contraindications, Warnings, Cautions
and Precautions
Contraindications
This device is contraindicated whenever:
• The presence of device related infection, bacteremia, or septicemia is
known or suspected.
• The patient’s body size is insucient to accommodate the size of the
implanted device.
• The patient is known or is suspected to be allergic to materials
contained in the device.
• Severe chronic obstructive lung disease exists (percutaneous
subclavian placement only.)
• Past irradiation of prospective insertion site.
• Previous episodes of venous thrombosis or vascular surgical
procedures at the prospective placement site.
• Local tissue factors will prevent proper device stabilization and/or
access.

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Warnings
• Intended for Single Patient Use. DO NOT REUSE. These products are
single use devices and should never be reimplanted. Reuse carries
with it the attendant concern of cross-infection regardless of the
cleaning or sterilization method. Resterilization of incompletely
cleaned devices may not be eective. Any device that has been
contaminated by blood should not be reused or resterilized.
• After use, this product may be a potential biohazard. Handle and
dispose in accordance with accepted medical practice and applicable
local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Pinch-o Prevention: Catheters placed percutaneously or through a
cut-down, into the subclavian vein, should be inserted at the junction
of the outer and middle thirds of the clavicle, lateral to the thoracic
outlet. The catheter should not be inserted into the subclavian
vein medially, because such placement can lead to compression
of the catheter between the rst rib and the clavicle, which can
cause damage and even severance of the catheter. A radiographic
conrmation of catheter placement should be made to ensure that
the catheter is not being pinched by the rst rib and clavicle.1,2
First Rib
Subclavian Vein
Clavicle
Vertebra
nternal Jugular Vein
Superior Vena Cava
Sternum
Pinch-off Area
nfraclavicular Fossa
Axillary Vein
Signs of Pinch-O
Clinical:
• Diculty with blood withdrawal.
• Resistance to infusion of uids.
• Patient position changes required for infusion of uids or blood
withdrawal.

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Radiologic:
• Grade 1 or 2 distortion on chest X-ray.
Pinch-o should be evaluated for degree of severity prior to
explantation. Patients indicating any degree of catheter distortion
at the clavicle/rst rib area should be followed diligently. There are
grades of pinch-o that should be recognized with appropriate chest
x-ray as follows: 3,4
Grade Severity Recommended Action
Grade 0 No Distortion No Action
Grade 1 Distortion present without
luminal narrowing
Chest x-ray should be taken every one to three
months to monitor progression of pinch o
to grade 2 distortion. Shoulder positioning
during chest xrays should be noted as it can
contribute to changes in distortion grades.
Grade 2 Distortion present with luminal
narrowing
Removal of the catheter should be
considered.
Grade 3 Catheter transection or fracture Prompt removal of the catheter.
Cautions
• Carefully read and follow all instructions prior to use.
• Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a
physician.
• Only qualied healthcare practitioners should insert, manipulate and
remove these devices.
Precautions
• Follow Universal Precautions when inserting and maintaining the
catheter.
• Follow all contraindications, warnings, cautions, precautions and
instructions for all infusates as specied by its manufacturer.
• Use aseptic techniques whenever the catheter lumen is opened
or connected to other devices. Povidone-iodine is the suggested
antiseptic to use with this device and components. Acetone and
tincture of iodine should not be used because they could adversely

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aect the performance of the catheter and connectors. 10% acetone/
70% isopropyl alcohol swabsticks used for dressing changes should
not adversely aect the catheter.
I. Prior to beginning placement procedure, do the following:
• Examine package carefully before opening to conrm its integrity and
that the expiration date has not passed. The device is supplied in a
double sterile package and is non-pyrogenic. Do not use if package is
damaged, opened or the expiration date has passed. Sterilized by
ethylene oxide. Do not Resterilize.
• Inspect kit for inclusion of all components.
• Fill (prime) the device with sterile heparinized saline or normal saline
solution to help avoid air embolism.
• When using an introducer kit, verify that the catheter ts easily through
the introducer sheath.
II. To avert device damage and/or patient injury during placement:
• Avoid accidental device contact with sharp instruments and
mechanical damage to the catheter material. Use only smooth-edged
atraumatic clamps or forceps.
• Avoid perforating, tearing or fracturing the catheter when using a
guidewire.
• Do not use the catheter if there is any evidence of mechanical
damage or leaking.
• Avoid sharp or acute angles during implantation which could
compromise the patency of the catheter lumen(s).
• If sutures are used to secure the catheter, make sure they do not occlude
or cut the catheter.
• When using percutaneous introducers:
- Carefully insert the introducer and catheter to avoid inadvertent
penetration to vital structures in the thorax.
- To avoid blood vessel damage, do not allow the percutaneous
introducer sheath to remain indwelling in the blood vessel
without the internal support of a catheter or dilator.
- Simultaneously advance the sheath and dilator with rotational
motion to help prevent sheath damage.

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III. After placement, observe the following precautions to avoid device
damage and/or patient injury:
• Do not use the catheter if there is any evidence of mechanical
damage or leaking. Damage to the catheter may lead to rupture,
fragmentation and possible embolism and surgical removal.
• Accessories and components used in conjunction with this device should
incorporate Luer lock connections.
• If signs of extravasation exist, discontinue injections. Begin appropriate
medical intervention immediately.
• Infusion pressure greater than 25 psi (172 kPa) may damage blood vessels
and viscus and is not recommended. DO NOT USE A SYRINGE SMALLER
THAN 10 mL!
Possible Complications
The use of an indwelling central venous catheter provides an important
means of venous access for critically ill patients; however, the potential
exists for serious complications including the following:
• Air Embolism
• Bleeding
• Brachial Plexus Injury
• Cardiac Arrhythmia
• Cardiac Tamponade
• Catheter or Cu Erosion Through
Skin
• Catheter Embolism
• Catheter or Cu Occlusion
• Catheter Occlusion, Damage or
Breakage due to Compression
Between the Clavicle and First Rib
• Catheter-related Sepsis
• Endocarditis
• Exit Site Infection
• Exit Site Necrosis
• Extravasation
• Fibrin Sheath Formation
• Hematoma
• Hemothorax
• Hydrothorax
• Intolerance Reaction to Implanted
Device
• Laceration of Vessels or Viscus
• Perforation of Vessels or Viscus
• Pneumothorax
• Spontaneous Catheter Tip
Malposition or Retraction
• Thoracic Duct Injury
• Thromboembolism
• Venous Thrombosis
• Ventricular Thrombosis
• Vessel Erosion
• Risks Normally Associated with
Local and General Anesthesia,
Surgery, and Post-Operative
Recovery
These and other complications are well documented in medical literature
and should be carefully considered before placing the catheter.

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Hickman* Hemodialysis /Apheresis Long-Term
Central Venous Catheter Placement Procedures
Section A: Prepping Procedure
Before beginning procedure, read the“Contraindications, Warnings,
Cautions and Precautions” and “Possible Complications” sections of
this manual.
1. Create sterile eld and open tray.
2. Prep venipuncture/cutdown area, tunnel and tunnel exit areas.
3. Perform local anesthetic inltration in venipuncture/cutdown, tunnel
and tunnel exit site areas.
4. Irrigate the catheter with sterile heparinized saline (100 u/mL) and
inspect for leakage. Clamp the catheter over the clamping sleeve(s).
5. Place patient in the Trendelenburg position with head turned away
from the intended venipuncture site.
Note: Refer to Section C or D Prior to Tunneling Procedure.
Section B: Tunneling Procedure
1. Measure catheter against chest wall of patient to determine desired
location of SureCu* Tissue Ingrowth Cu and exit site. Mark locations.
2. Tunneling procedure.
Note: The subcutaneous tunnel should be approximately 10 to 15 cm
long with the SureCu* Tissue Ingrowth Cu positioned in the tunnel.
The cu will be less prominent if positioned over an intercostal space.

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Single-Lumen Catheters:
Create subcutaneous tunnel from venous entrance to skin exit site using
tunneler or long forceps.
a. Advance the tip of the tunneler
from the venous entry site down
to the desired catheter exit site.
b. Thread suture material through
the suture eye and tie it around
the catheter tip when the tip of
the tunneler emerges through
the exit site.
c. Pull the catheter up through the
tunnel to the venous entry site.
(Initial resistance may be felt as
the SureCu* Tissue Ingrowth
Cu rst enters the tunnel.)
Gently holding the catheter
proximal to the cu while pulling
the tunneler and catheter
through the subcutaneous tunnel
should result in smooth passage of the cu into the tunnel.
Caution: The catheter must not be forced.
d. Cut o the end of the catheter tied by suture.
e. Estimate the catheter length required for the tip placement at the
junction of the superior vena cava and right atrium by placing the
catheter on the chest along the venous path to the right atrium. Cut
catheter to length at a 45° angle.
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Dual-Lumen Catheters:
Create subcutaneous tunnel from skin exit site to venous entrance site
using tunneler or long forceps.
a. Grasp the tunneler at the end
with protective cover.
b. Insert the rounded tip of the
tunneler into a small incision at
the desired catheter exit site.
c. Form tunnel by advancing the tip
of the tunneler from the skin exit
site up to the venous entry site.
Caution: Avoid inadvertent
puncture of the skin or fascia
with the tip of the tunneler.
d. Remove the protective cover and
attach one of the lumen tips onto
the tunneler barb with a twisting
motion. Barb threads must be
completely covered by the catheter tip to adequately secure the
catheter as it is pulled through the tunnel.
e. Pull the catheter up through the tunnel to the venous entry site.
(Initial resistance may be met as the SureCu* Tissue Ingrowth
Cu rst enters the tunnel.) Gently holding the catheter proximal
to the cu while pulling the tunneler and catheter through the
subcutaneous tunnel should result in smooth passage of the cu into
the subcutaneous tunnel.
Caution: When tunneling, the catheter must not be forced.
f. Gently remove the catheter tip from the tunneler barb.
Note: Do not trim the end of the dual lumen catheter.
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g. Estimate the catheter length required for tip placement at the junction
of the superior vena cava and right atrium by placing the catheter on
the chest along the venous path to the right atrium.
Section C: Cutdown Technique
1. Surgically isolate the desired vessel through a small skin incision.
Note: The external jugular vein, the cephalic vein at the
deltopectoral groove, and the axillary subclavian vein are the
most common vessels used for catheter insertion. It may be
necessary to use the internal jugular vein for insertion of larger
catheters.
2. Refer to section B for catheter measurement and tunneling
procedure.
3. Insert the catheter through a small venotomy into the isolated vein
and advance to desired position in vessel.
4. Verify catheter tip location
radiographically. The preferred
location of the catheter tip is at the
junction of the superior vena cava
and the right atrium.
Warning: Avoid positioning the
catheter tip in the right atrium.
5. Unclamp catheter and draw blood
through the lumen(s) of the catheter
to insure patency after placement
is complete, but before closing the skin at the venipuncture site. If
catheter is not patent, adjust catheter at curvature point to relieve
possible restriction. Irrigate catheter lumen(s) with 10 mL of normal
saline to clear catheter of blood. Instill sterile heparinized saline per
lumen to create a heparin lock. Clamp catheter.
Superior
Vena Cava
Ventricle
Atrium
Catheter Tip
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6. Attach injection cap(s) or connect to intravenous uid source.
7. Suture catheter at exit site.
Note: For dual lumen catheters, the attachable suture wing may
be used to secure the catheter.
A. Using your ngers, squeeze the suture wing
together so that it splits open and place
the wing around the catheter near the
venipuncture site.
B. Secure wing in place using sutures or adhesive
wound closures.
8. Secure catheter at exit site with a sterile dressing. The external
segment of the catheter should be coiled and taped. Avoid tension
on the catheter segment to prevent dislodging the catheter.
Section D: Percutaneous Technique
Before beginning procedure, read the“Contraindications, Warnings,
Cautions and Precautions” and “Possible Complications” sections of
this manual.
1. Locate desired vessel using a small needle attached to a syringe.
Note: The subclavian vein is entered percutaneously at the point
that identies the junction of the outer and middle thirds of the
clavicle using the needle and syringe.
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4
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10
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Refer to the“Warnings” section concerning Catheter Pinch-o.
2. Attach introducer needle to the syringe and insert into vessel
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3. Aspirate gently as the insertion is made.
Warning: If the artery is entered, withdraw the needle and apply
manual pressure for several minutes. If the pleural space is
entered, withdraw the needle and evaluate patient for possible
pneumothorax.
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4. When the subclavian vein has been entered, remove the syringe
leaving the needle in place. Place a nger over the hub of the
needle to minimize blood loss and the risk of air aspiration. The
risk of air aspiration is reduced by performing this part of the
procedure with the patient performing the Valsalva maneuver.
5. Straighten “J ” tip of guidewire with tip straightener and insert
tapered end of tip straightener into the needle. Tip straightener
should not be advanced over the guidewire beyond the guidewire
tip.
Caution: Do not insert guidewire beyond the bevel of the
needle while removing straightener from the needle hub in
order to prevent guidewire damage or shearing. Remove the tip
straightener and advance the guidewire into the superior vena
cava. Advance the guidewire as far as appropriate for the procedure.
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6. Gently withdraw and remove needle.
Caution: If the guidewire must be withdrawn while the needle is
inserted, remove both the needle and guidewire as a unit to help
prevent the needle from damaging or shearing the guidewire.
7. Refer to section B for catheter measurement and tunneling
procedure.
8. Make a small (approx. 1 cm wide) incision parallel to the clavicle,
positioning the guidewire at the center of the incision to permit
proper entry of vessel dilator and sheath introducer.
Peel-Apart Sheath Introducer Instructions:
9. Advance the vessel dilator and sheath introducer as a unit over the
exposed guidewire using a rotational motion. Advance it into the
subclavian vein as a unit, leaving at least 2 cms of sheath exposed.
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10. Release the locking mechanism and gently withdraw the vessel
dilator and “J” guidewire, leaving the sheath in place.
11. Warning: Hold thumb over exposed orice of sheath to prevent
air aspiration. The risk of air aspiration is reduced by performing
this part of the procedure with the patient performing the
Valsalva maneuver.
12. Insert catheter into lumen of sheath and advance to desired position
in vessel.
13. Verify catheter tip location radiographically.
Warning: Avoid positioning the catheter tip in the right atrium.
Preferred location of the catheter tip is at the junction of the superior
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14. Grasp the two handles of the peel-apart sheath and pull outward and
upward at the same time.
15. Peel the sheath away from the catheter completely. Make sure the
catheter is not dislodged from vessel as sheath is removed.
16. Unclamp catheter and withdraw blood through the lumen(s) to
insure patency before closing the skin at the venipuncture site. If
catheter is not patent, adjust catheter at curvature point to relieve
possible restriction. Irrigate catheter lumen(s) with 10 mL of sterile
normal saline to clear catheter of blood. Instill sterile heparinized
saline per lumen to create heparin lock. Clamp catheter.
17. Attach injection cap(s) or connect to intravenous uid source.
18. Suture catheter at exit site. Note: For dual lumen catheters, the
attachable suture wing may be used to secure the catheter.
A. Using your ngers, squeeze the suture wing together so that it splits
open and place the wing around the catheter
near the venipuncture site.
B. Secure wing in place using sutures or adhesive
wound closures.
19. Secure catheter at exit site with a sterile dressing.
The external segment of the catheter should
be coiled and taped. Avoid tension on the external segment to
prevent dislodging the catheter.

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Catheter Removal
After tissue grows into the SureCu* Tissue Ingrowth Cu (2 to 3 weeks),
catheters can be removed from the subcutaneous tunnel using one of
several methods. The method used will depend upon physician preference
and the amount of tissue/cu ingrowth that is present. The catheter can
usually be removed by traction on the external segment (see #1 below) if it
is not sutured internally at the cu or vessel insertion site. Surgical removal
(see #2 below) may be necessary to prevent breaking the catheter if the
catheter does not dislodge easily with traction or if there is no denite
suture site information.
Warning: You should not feel any resistance when withdrawing the
catheter from the vein. If you do encounter resistance, this may
indicate that the catheter is being pinched between the clavicle
and rst rib (the “pinch-o” sign). Do not continue pulling against
resistance as this may cause catheter breakage and embolism. Free up
the resistance (e.g. by repositioning the patient) before proceeding
further.
1. Traction Removal
Pull the catheter external segment downward in a straight line away
from the exit site with a series of gentle tugs. When separation of the
cu from the surrounding tissue and/or catheter occurs, there will
be a “break-away” feeling. Continue to pull gently on the catheter
to complete the removal. Apply pressure to the catheter/vein
insertion site as needed to control bleeding. If the cu remains in the
subcutaneous tissue, dissect it out through a small incision utilizing
local anesthesia.
2. Surgical Removal (using aseptic technique)
a. Locate the position of the cu either by palpation or by
observing the position of “dimpling” when traction is applied to
the catheter’s external segment.
b. Make a short transverse incision at or below the external side of
the cu taking care not to transect the catheter. Reach under the
catheter with a curved, smooth-jawed clamp and pull up on the
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Caution: Do not grasp the catheter with any instrument that
might sever or damage the catheter.
c. Dissect out the cu. Transect the catheter on the exterior side of
the cu and remove the interior portion of the catheter and cu
through the incision.
Caution: Do not cut the catheter before removal from vein to
avoid catheter embolism.
d. Remove the exterior segment of the catheter by pulling it from
the skin exit site.
e. Apply pressure to the catheter/vein insertion site as needed to
control bleeding.
f. Close the incision with a suture as needed. Apply antibiotic
ointment to incision and skin exit sites and an occlusive dressing
to prevent air embolism through the tract.
Catheter care and maintenance procedures are included in the Hickman*,
Leonard* and Broviac* Catheters Nursing Procedure Manual available
through Bard Access Systems Customer Service, 1-800-545-0890. For
outside the U.S., contact your local sales representative or distributor.
References
1. Aitken, D.R. and Minton, J.P. “The Pinch-O Sign:
A Subclavian Catheters”, American Journal of Surgery, Vol. 148,
Nov. 1984, pp. 633-636.
2. Rubenstein, R.B., Alberty, R.E., et al. “Hickman* Catheter Separation”,
JPEN, Vol. 9, No. 6, Nov./Dec. 1985, pp. 754-757.
3. Hinke, D.H.; Zandt-Stastny, D.A.; Goodman, L.R.; et al. Pinch-o
syndrome: A complication of implantable subclavian venous access
devices. Radiology 177: 353-356, 1990.
4. Ingle, Rebecca,; Nace, Corinne, Venous Access Devices: Catheter
Pinch-o and Fracture, 1993, Bard Access Systems