Octopus is a polyurethane multi-lumen extension tube for I.V. catheters, transparent and with low priming volume.
To identify the different infusion lines, each tube has a clamp of different colour.
Octopus allows, in some cases, to avoid the use of stopcocks or ramps of stopcocks.
Autoflush connected to the proximal hubs of the Octopus is a multi-purpose, closed, disinfectable needleless access device for blood sampling, intermittent injections or continuous infusion of fluids or drugs.
When a syringe or any device featuring a male Luer or male Luer-lock end is disconnected from Autoflush, a positive bolus of 0.03 ml is injected which maintains catheter patency.
The non-return valves prevent any backtracking of fluids or drugs when different infusions are running simultaneously.