This medical device facilitates continuous blood pressure monitoring and enables repeated arterial blood sampling. It typically includes a catheter, guidewire, introducer needle or sheath, and various accessories designed for safe and accurate insertion into an artery. For instance, clinicians utilize this setup in critical care units to closely track a patient’s hemodynamic status and to analyze blood gases frequently.
Its significance lies in providing real-time data crucial for managing patients with hemodynamic instability, respiratory failure, or during complex surgical procedures. By offering continuous blood pressure readings, it allows for prompt adjustments in medication and fluid administration. The ability to draw arterial blood samples efficiently also supports timely assessment of oxygenation, ventilation, and acid-base balance. The implementation of such devices has markedly improved patient outcomes in acute care settings.
