Toraymyxin®

Extracorporeal hemoperfusion cartridge

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Features

Toraymyxin removes endotoxin which is considered to be serious pathogenic substance causing Sepsis.

Use

Toramyxin is intended for the selective removal of endotoxin from circulating blood through direct hemoperfusion (DHP).

Production sales agency:

Toray Industries, Inc.

Model number, specifications

PMX-20R PMX-05R
Length 225mm 133mm
Diameter (max) 63mm 55mm
Priming volume 135±5mL 40±3mL
Fibers (dry weight) 56±3g 15±2g
Inlet pressure <250mmHg
Maximum pressure 500mmHg
Sterilization High-pressure steam sterilization
Expiration 2 years after sterilization

References

Cruz DN, Antonelli M, Fumagalli R, et al., Early Use of Polymyxin B Hemoperfusion in Abdominal Septic Shock. JAMA. 2009;301(23):2445-2452.

Vincent JL, Laterre PF, Cohen J, et al., A Pilot-Controlled Study of A Polymyxin B-Immobilized Hemoperfusion Cartridge in Patients With Severe Sepsis Secondary To Intra-Abdominal Infection. Shock. 2005; 23(5): 400-405.

Cruz DN, Perazella MA, Bellomo R, et al., Effectiveness of polymyxin B-immobilized fiber column in sepsis: a systematic review. Crit Care. 2007; 11(2): R47.