HEIMLICH VALVE WITH ADAPTERS The Heimlich valve with adapters is a veterinary medical device designed to provide one-way drainage of air or fluids from the pleural space, helping to prevent their return to the chest cavity. This valve features a pillow design and includes a male Luer-lock adapter and a Christmas tree (barbed) adapter, making it compatible with various chest tube systems.

Main Benefits

One-way drainage prevents air or fluids from re-entering the pleural space, supporting lung re-expansion. The dual adapters (male Luer-lock and barbed) allow flexible connection to different chest tubes. Pillow-shaped design with an approximate length of 12 cm fits chest tubes sized 12–30 French, suitable for small to medium veterinary patients. Simple, lightweight, and easy to use in clinical environments.

Components

One-way pillow-shaped valve body. Male Luer-lock adapter. Christmas tree (barbed) adapter.

Instructions for Use

Used to connect to a chest drainage tube to allow one-way flow out of the pleural cavity. The precise flow parameters should be determined by a qualified veterinarian based on the animal type, weight, and clinical condition.

Package Size

Single unit (per piece): Pillow-shaped Heimlich valve with attached adapters.

Note

The valve fits chest tubes approximately sized 12–30 French. Ensure correct orientation so that the open end of the valve is directed away from the patient's chest tube to ensure proper drainage.