Nelson-Patterson empyema trocar 8 1/2" size #3 9.5mm

Purpose-built trocar access for controlled surgical workflows

The Nelson-Patterson empyema trocar is an 8 1/2-inch, 9.5 mm trocar designed for establishing access during procedures involving empyema. Its defined length and diameter support a consistent instrument profile for appropriate surgical handling, helping teams select a trocar that matches the access requirements of the procedure. The size #3 configuration can be considered within general surgery workflows and, where clinically appropriate, cardiovascular surgical settings requiring trocar-based access. Its focused design supports organized preparation, insertion, and removal within established operative technique and facility protocols.

Use Cases

• Establish trocar-based access during procedures involving empyema.
• Support access-related tasks in general surgery when the 8 1/2-inch length and 9.5 mm diameter are appropriate.
• Use within cardiovascular surgical workflows when a trocar of this configuration is selected for the planned procedure.
• Prepare, handle, insert, and remove the trocar according to the operative technique and facility protocol.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess the trocar according to applicable facility protocols and the manufacturer's instructions for use.
• Inspect the trocar before and after use for visible soil, damage, deformation, or compromised working surfaces.
• Handle the instrument carefully during transport, cleaning, and setup to help prevent impact or accidental damage.
• Store in a clean, dry, protected location after processing and inspection.

General use; follow facility protocols.