Maplecath Tunneled Hemodialysis Catheter Permcath

A tunneled hemodialysis catheter, commonly known as a Permcath, is a long-term central venous catheter inserted into a large vein (usually the internal jugular vein in the neck) with a portion threaded under the skin to provide reliable access for blood purification during dialysis.Key Characteristics & DesignSubcutaneous Tunnel: The catheter is routed under the chest skin before entering the vein, which reduces the risk of bacteria reaching the bloodstream.Dacron Cuff: A small cuff beneath the skin promotes tissue ingrowth, firmly anchoring the device in place and acting as an infection barrier.Dual Lumen: It features two separate internal channels—one to pull blood out to the dialysis machine and another to return cleaned blood back to the body.