Prometheus Russell Chest Seal 20 x 15 cm

Prometheus Russell Chest Seal: Quick and safe treatment for open chest injuries

Prometheus Russell Chest Seal is a technically advanced and field-tested occlusive dressing, developed specifically for treatment of open chest injuries and to manage a developed tension pneumothorax. Its unique design is a result of extensive research and is a first choice for many military and civilian emergency medical organisations. The dressing's primary function is to allow air and blood shifts out from the chest cavity without allow air to enter in.

Unique 4-channel valve mechanism

the most distinctive the feature for Russell Chest Seal is its patented valve-system. Instead for a single central valve uses the four large peripheral openings. This design ensures to also about the casualty lies on the dressing or about three of four channels are blocked of blood or debris, comes at least a channel to remain open to vent air from the chest. This creates an exceptionally high reliability.

Powerful hydrogel-adhesion

The dressing is coated with a powerfully hydrogel-adhesive that is known for its ability to attach safely on the body, also during the most difficult the conditions. it retains a tight and safe seal on skin that is cold, wet, bloody or hairy, which is crucial for the dressing's function in a prehospital environment.

Large and flexible coverage area

With its generous dimensions on 20 x 15 cm can the dressing easily cover the most injuries. The material is extremely thin and flexible, which means that it conveniently adapts itself after the body's contours. This low-profile design minimises the risk to the dressing sticks in clothing or equipment when the casualty is moved.

Compact and field-ready packaging

Despite its large surface is supplied Russell Chest Seal in a compact, sterile and durable packaging that is easy to store in all types of medical kit (IFAK) or bags. The package is designed to be easy and quick to open, also with gloves in a stressed situation.

Type

Occlusive chest seal with 4-channel one-way valve

Application

Open chest injuries (penetrating chest trauma)

Dimensions

20 cm x 15 cm

Russell Chest Seal is based on an ingenious and robust design to manage one of the most critical the steps within trauma care. Its unique valve system and reliable adhesion makes it to a life-saving tool when performance and reliability not may is compromised.