The safety and effectiveness of extra-amniotic saline infusion with the Cook Cervical Ripening Balloon has not been established. Inflate the uterine balloon with 40 mL of saline. Ut maximus interdum diam et ultrices. "Studies have shown in the past few years that in the absence of a favorable or ripe cervix, a successful vaginal birth is less likely," says Christina Anné, global leader of Cook Women's Health. Creates steady pressure on the internal and external os throughout the dilation process. The Cook Cervical Ripening Balloon catheter is comprised of two silicone balloons and uniquely engineered to allow the cervix to naturally and gradually dilate prior to the induction of labor.

Get the latest industry news and expert insights delivered straight to your inbox. Click on the images below to view the full-sized versions of the resources. BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Transcervical balloon catheter is a mechanical method for cervical ripening Mechanism includes stretching the cervix and stimulating release of local decidual and cervical prostaglandins Studies in outpatient settings have demonstrated that balloon catheters are as effective as prostaglandin Risks have yet to be established Diederen et al. Creates steady pressure on the internal and external os throughout the dilation process. Many physicians say that when you decide to intervene by preparing the cervix…

Includes a stylet to facilitate placement. The product should not be left indwelling for a period greater than 12 hours. Using excessive pressure to inflate the balloon on this device can cause the balloon to rupture. The Cook® Cervical Ripening Balloon with Stylet (CRBS) is used for mechanical dilation of the cervical canal prior to labor induction at term when the cervix is unfavorable for induction. Copyright © 2020 CIA Medical All Rights Reserved.

Risks associated with use of the Cook Cervical Ripening Balloon and labor induction may include, but are not limited to: Deflate both balloons through the corresponding valves marked U and V and remove vaginally. NOTE: If the membranes rupture spontaneously before removal of the device, it is recommended to deflate the balloons and remove the device to facilitate active labor management. https://www.cookmedical.com/support/reimbursement/. Always inflate the balloon with a sterile saline.

You will be leaving the Cook Medical website that you were viewing and going to a Cook Medical website for another region or country. Welcome to C.I.A. Because the Cook Cervical Ripening Balloon (CRB) is indicated for mechanical cervical dilation prior to induction, we’re sometimes asked about the difference between labor induction and cervical preparation. Let CIA white-glove your solution. Take a look at our procedural animation of the Cook® Cervical Ripening Balloon with Stylet. The Cook Cervical Ripening Balloon is indicated for mechanical dilation of the cervical canal prior to labor induction at term when the cervix is unfavorable for induction. This resource page includes a procedural video and several documents on the use and benefits of the CRBS.

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The device is designed to offer safe, comfortable cervical preparation (ripening) without the threat of drug-based side effects or interactions. Sign Up. However, the duration from balloon insertion to expulsion and then delivery were significantly shorter when using the Foley catheter; therefore, we recommend its use, particularly in low resource settings. CAUTION: U.S. federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician (or a properly licensed practitioner). An undesired Cesarean delivery may also result. Sign Up.

Please refer to the Instructions for Use for complete information on product usage, proper indications, and contraindications. Government quote? Sterile if package is unopened or undamaged. The stylet provides added control during placement. Not buying today? When the catheter is removed, cervical conditions should have improved to a favorable state to allow for induction of labor and active labor management. For patients: Visit the American College of Gynecologists & Obstetricians website for answers to frequently asked questions about labor induction. This resource page includes a procedural video and several… Includes a stylet to facilitate placement. Since the announced launch of the specialized business unit in May 2006, Cook Women's Health has brought a new level of patient-centered innovation to market recognizing that women have special health and medical needs. Spencer, IN - Cook Women's Health, a division of Cook Medical, the largest privately held medical device company, launched its newest product, the Cook Cervical Ripening Balloon at the 55 th Annual Clinical Meeting of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists in May.