The Dornier Cascade CAS49VR is a sterile, single-use ureteral stent designed to relieve ureteral obstruction caused by stones, strictures, malignancy, trauma, or in conjunction with procedures like ESWL. The stent features a 4.9 French (Fr) diameter and is available in various lengths (typically 14–32 cm). It is constructed from a thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer compounded with barium sulfate for radiopacity, enabling clear visualization under fluoroscopy or X-ray. The stent is hydrophilic coated, which is activated by fluid to create a smooth surface for easy, atraumatic insertion and passage through delicate ureteral tissue. The double pigtail design anchors the stent securely in the renal pelvis and bladder, minimizing migration.
- Key Features:
- 4.9 Fr Diameter: Suitable for pediatric and adult patients or where a smaller stent is preferred.
- Lengths: Available in a range of lengths, commonly 14–32 cm.
- Hydrophilic Coating: Activated by fluid, reduces friction for easier insertion and removal.
- Double Pigtail Design: Prevents migration and ensures secure positioning in the urinary tract.
- Radiopaque: Contains barium sulfate for clear imaging during placement and follow-up.
- Graduation Marks: Aid in accurate stent positioning.
- Drainage Holes: Along the shaft and at both pigtail ends for optimal urine drainage.
- Monofilament Tether: Attached to the bladder end for easy repositioning and removal.
- One-Step Insertion System: Includes a pigtail straightener for simplified placement over a guidewire.
- Single-Use, Sterile: Labeled for a maximum 30-day indwell time
