Fundamental Technical Skills In Interventional Radiology: Securing Tubes/Lines With The Statlock Device

OVERVIEW

There are many ways to secure tubes/lines to the patient after they have been placed. One method involves using a Statlock device. The drain and Statlock device shown in the video are from the following kit: Cook Medical Dawson-Mueller Multipurpose Drainage Catheter (Order Number: G09706 REF: ULT10.2-38-25-P-5S-CLDM-HC).

Statlock devices are very commonly used to secure various lines/tubes in place (image source)
HOW TO USE THE STATLOCK DEVICE

The video below shows how to use the Statlock device to secure a drain in place.

 

Page Updated: 03.24.2019