Veress needle

Veress needle is intended for:

  • Percutaneous insertion into the peritoneal cavity for the purpose of insufflation with carbon dioxide to establish pneumoperitoneum prior to placement of trocars during laparoscopic procedures
  • Can also be used for diagnostic or therapeutic paracentesis and thoracentesis

The stainless steel needle is attached at its proximal end to a plastic handle which is shaped for comfort in the hand and contains a stopcock and a leur lock connector. Needles are intended for single use only.
Available in two sizes:
12 and 15cm.