Pleurx Peritoneal Catheter - Patient Information

"Patients treated with the Pleurx catheter...report satisfaction with ease of drainage, lack of procedural pain, and ability to frequently drain the ascites...."²

The Pleurx Peritoneal Catheter and pre-packaged Pleurx Drainage Kits provide the symptomatic benefits associated with repeat paracentesis, without the discomfort and hassle associated with repeated facility visits.

The Pleurx system employs unique disposable 1000 milliliter vacuum bottles to actively draw ascitic fluid through an implanted Pleurx Peritoneal Catheter. Patients can manage their symptoms at home with minimal physician intervention.

Pleurx Catheter Placement

The Pleurx Peritoneal Catheter is typically placed via a minimally invasive procedure in a hospital or clinic setting. Placement is straightforward and usually performed on an outpatient basis.

Pleurx Home Drainage

Patients order and receive drainage supplies directly from Denver Biomedical or one of our distributors, depending on insurance coverage. The Pleurx Drainage Kit contains all items necessary to perform a clean procedure in the home setting. Drainage, which is easy and quick, is typically done by the patient or a caregiver.
To learn more about the recommended drainage procedure please review the Pleurx Drainage Instructions (1000 mL) and Pleurx Drainage Video (1000 mL).

How to Get Started……
Consult your physician to see if the Pleurx Peritoneal Catheter is appropriate for you. If your physician is not familiar with the Pleurx system, you or your physician may contact Denver Biomedical for more information: