External Drainage Unit
Definition:
A sterile path, closed unit consisting of a four-way stopcock, pressure monitoring, collection bag, self-sealing injection site, hanging cord, pole clamp, and other related items. Item is designed for monitoring and draining fluids from the brain.
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