Why Choose Med-RX Irrigation Tray

This all-in-one sterile tray eliminates the need to assemble multiple components, reducing preparation time and contamination risk. The 60mL piston-style (Toomey) syringe provides superior control compared to bulb syringes or standard slip-tip designs—delivering consistent, measured irrigation pressure ideal for wound cleansing, catheter maintenance, and medical flushing procedures. Everything arrives pre-packaged and sterile, ready for immediate clinical or home care use.

Key Features & Benefits

60mL Piston Syringe (Toomey-Style):

• Larger capacity than standard syringes—reduces refilling frequency during irrigation procedures
• Piston plunger design creates smooth, consistent pressure with precise control
• Graduated barrel markings allow accurate fluid volume measurement
• Textured thumb rest provides secure grip and steady control during use
• Sturdy construction resists plunger binding or sticking during operation

Complete Sterile Tray Setup:

• Pre-assembled tray contains syringe, fluid basin, and protective drape (contents may vary by model)
• Sterile packaging eliminates need to gather and sterilize individual components
• Waterproof drape protects surfaces and patient clothing during procedures
• Fluid basin holds irrigation solution for easy syringe filling
• Reduces setup time and contamination risk compared to assembling separate items

Single-Use, Latex-Free Design:

• Disposable tray eliminates cleaning and sterilization requirements
• Single-patient use reduces cross-contamination risk
• Latex-free materials safe for latex-sensitive patients and healthcare workers
• Easy post-procedure disposal per facility protocols

Clear, Graduated Measurements:

• Volume markings visible on syringe barrel for accurate fluid delivery
• Helps clinicians document irrigation volumes for medical records
• Ensures consistent irrigation pressure across multiple procedures

Clinical Applications

Wound Irrigation:

• Cleansing acute wounds, abrasions, or lacerations
• Flushing surgical incisions or drain sites
• Removing debris, contaminants, or necrotic tissue from wound beds
• Pressure irrigation for wound bed preparation

Catheter Irrigation:

• Flushing urinary (Foley) catheters to maintain patency
• Irrigating feeding tubes or gastrostomy sites
• Clearing nasogastric (NG) tubes
• Maintaining suprapubic catheter drainage

General Medical Irrigation:

• Ear canal irrigation for cerumen (earwax) removal
• Nasal irrigation procedures
• Irrigation during minor surgical procedures
• Flushing medical tubing or drainage systems

Settings:

• Hospital acute care units
• Outpatient clinics and urgent care
• Long-term care facilities
• Home healthcare
• Emergency departments

Understanding Piston (Toomey) Syringes

What is a Piston Syringe? A piston syringe (also called Toomey-style or catheter-tip syringe) features a large-diameter tip and a piston-style plunger that creates smooth, controlled pressure. Unlike standard slip-tip or luer-lock syringes with rubber gaskets, piston syringes use a direct plunger-to-barrel contact that provides:

Superior Control: The piston design allows precise pressure modulation—essential for gentle wound irrigation without tissue damage or for maintaining adequate catheter flushing pressure.

Consistent Flow: Smooth plunger action delivers steady, even irrigation streams without the jerky motion common in bulb syringes or lower-quality plunger designs.

Durability: Piston syringes resist binding and maintain smooth operation throughout the procedure, even with repeated filling and flushing cycles.

Compatibility: The wide catheter-tip opening accommodates thick irrigation solutions and fits securely into catheter ports, drainage tubes, and wound irrigation applications.

60mL Volume Advantage

Why 60mL? The 60mL capacity strikes an ideal balance between adequate volume for thorough irrigation and manageable size for controlled handling:

• Fewer Refills: Large enough capacity to complete most wound or catheter irrigations with 1-3 fills, saving time
• Maintained Control: Not so large that the filled syringe becomes difficult to control or creates excessive hand fatigue
• Standard Clinical Size: One of the most common irrigation syringe volumes used across healthcare settings
• Versatile Applications: Appropriate for small wound irrigations or larger-volume catheter flushes

Smaller syringes (10-20mL) require frequent refilling for adequate irrigation. Larger syringes (100mL+) can be cumbersome and difficult to control precisely.

Usage & Application

General Irrigation Procedure:

1. Perform hand hygiene and don appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
2. Open sterile tray using aseptic technique, placing protective drape to create clean field
3. Pour irrigation solution (sterile saline, water, or prescribed solution) into tray basin
4. Draw solution into 60mL syringe by placing tip in basin and pulling plunger back
5. Position syringe tip appropriately for procedure (over wound bed, into catheter port, etc.)
6. Apply steady, gentle pressure to plunger to deliver controlled irrigation stream
7. Refill syringe as needed to complete irrigation procedure
8. Dispose of entire tray and contents per facility biohazard protocols

Irrigation Pressure Guidelines:

• Use gentle, steady pressure for delicate wounds or sensitive tissues
• Apply moderate pressure for catheter flushing to overcome resistance
• Never force excessive pressure that could damage tissue or catheter systems

Documentation:

• Record total irrigation volume used
• Note solution type (sterile saline, water, medicated solutions)
• Document patient tolerance and any complications

Sterile Technique Considerations

This irrigation tray arrives sterile and is designed for use under sterile or clean conditions depending on the procedure:

Sterile Technique (Preferred for):

• Open wounds requiring sterile irrigation
• Post-surgical site irrigation
• Deep wound cleansing
• Catheter irrigation in immunocompromised patients

Clean Technique (May be appropriate for):

• Chronic wound irrigation in home care settings per provider orders
• Ear irrigation
• Some catheter maintenance procedures per facility protocols

Always follow facility policies, provider orders, and evidence-based practice guidelines for appropriate technique selection.

Product Specifications

• Syringe Volume: 60mL
• Syringe Type: Piston (Toomey-style catheter-tip)
• Syringe Material: Medical-grade polypropylene
• Tray Contents: 60mL piston syringe, sterile basin, waterproof drape/field (specific contents may vary by model/SKU)
• Measurements: Graduated volume markings on syringe barrel
• Sterility: Ethylene oxide (EO) sterilized
• Latex Status: Latex-free materials
• Use: Single-patient, single-use, disposable
• Packaging: Each (individually sterile-wrapped tray kit)
• Manufacturer: Med-RX
• Product Type: Sterile irrigation tray with syringe

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