SSEM Mthembu Medical is the leading distributor of electro-medical devices and medical consumables throughout Southern Africa. Our mission is to provide exceptional service, quality and innovative technology in the healthcare industry.
Founded in 1987, SSEM has grown to be an integral player in the medical industry with 14 divisions lead by experienced Product Managers, six national branches that are self-sufficient and more than 200 dedicated staff members across South Africa working for a common purpose.
Our client base spans the entire Southern African region. This is accomplished by strategic alliances in the African continent with direct representation in South Africa.
Total Abscession®
AngioDynamics® is known for its long history of catheter and other medical device manufacturing, especially in the catheter and Interventional Radiology fields. AngioDynamics® has developed three different styles of drains, each of which offers features designed to meet specific clinical drainage needs within its category.
Included in our percutaneous drainage portofolio;
- General Drains with six side holes available in sizes 6,5Fr to 14Fr, with and without Radiopaque markers
- Biliary Drains eight drainage holes and an additional six side holes on the shaft arranged in a spiral fashion for optimal bile duct drainage. They also feature a radiopaque marker to better identify the placement of the catheter on imaging equipment.Avilable in sizes 8Fr to 14Fr.
- Nephrostomy Drains with six side holes and a tighter curl at the distal end of the catheter to ensure the drain tip lies completely inside of the pigtail to avoid irritation of the renal pelvis.Available in sizes 6,5Fr to 14Fr in either a 30cm or 45cm length (6,5Fr is only available in a 30cm length option).
Features include:
Security
- The Vault® locking mechanism securely fixes the pigtail and prevents tampering or accidental removal
- The Click” provides audible confirmation that the lock is engaged
Physician Performance
- Kink resistant shaft recovers rapidly, even if severely bent, knotted or twisted
- Shaft diameter equals the inner diameter of the catheter hub for freer flow and clog-free drainage
- Thermal molded tip for less buckling and kinking upon insertion
- Lubricious Blue Silk™ finish provides easier insertion and pushability
- Aspiration can be accomplished in both the locked and unlocked positions
Patient Comfort
- Low-profile hub and soft, pliable strain relief provide optimal patient comfort regardless of anatomical access point
- Soft shaft design for a more comfortable patient fit
Exodus™ Drainage
The Exodus™ Drainage Catheters range from Navilyst Medical offers the physician the performance needed to get the desired results. From tip to hub, Exodus Drainage Catheters boast excellent features.
The range included in our percutaneous drainage portfolio:
- Multi-purpose drainage catheters, sizes 8Fr - 14fr
- Nephrostomy drainage catheters, sizes 8Fr - 14fr
Features include:
- GLYCE™ Hydrophilic coating for ease of advancement while reducing friction and minimising buckling
- Long tapered tip with smooth tip transition for ease of entry and advancement
- Catheter Column Strength for enhanced trackability and pushability without buckling through traverse curves and cirrhotic tissue
- Increased inner lumen size for higher flow rates without occlusions
- Easy locking hub with audible click
- External Catheter Markings for more accurate catheter positioning and easy ID of catheter movement
- Pigtail loop with Tucked-in tip for improved patient comfort
