Merit Medical StayFIX Catheter Fixation Device

Tips for using StayFix Catheter Fixation Device:

• If after 7 days of fixation or sooner StayFIX Fixation Device becomes loose for any reason, remove the old StayFix fixation device and replace it with a new one
• Inspect the device daily to ensure that it still holds the implanted device safely
• Avoid soaking StayFix in water for an extended period
• Do not touch the device until it is completely dry. If it becomes loose, replace it
• Contents are sterile.
• Do not use it if the packaging is opened, damaged, or broken.
• For single-patient use only.
• Do not reuse, reprocess, or resterilize, as it may compromise the structural integrity of the device and lead to device failure, which in turn may result in patient injury, illness, or death.  Contamination of the device may lead to the patient's injury, illness, or death.
• Do not use it after the expiration date.
• Store in a cool, dry place
• When removing the old StayFIX Fixation Device, do not move or accidentally pull out the catheter or tube.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

How to Apply StayFix Catheter Fixation Device?

	Remove the StayFIX Fixation Device from sterile packaging.
	Align the StayFIX Fixation Device slit with catheter or tube.
	Slide the StayFIX Fixation Device slit around catheter or tube until catheter or tube is positioned in hole against the blue foam. Peel off paper backing and adhere the StayFIX Fixation Device to skin.
	Peel off paper backing from the blue foam. Gently bend catheter or tube into the blue foam channel.
	Peel off large paper backing from second tab.
	Fold the second tab over the catheter or tube.

Contact your physician if you notice the following:

• Excess leakage
• Soreness around the catheter’s exit site
• Movement of the catheter or tube

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