The Improved Therapeutic Option for Dogs & Cats to Bypass Ureteral Obstructions

The Subcutaneous Ureteral Bypass (SUB™) device is a unique system designed for use in veterinary patients; dogs and cats. The device consists of two (2) locking loop pigtail catheters; one is placed in the kidney and one is placed in the bladder, and a titanium Shunting SwirlPort™. The SUB™ is packaged as a sterile kit, complete with several components (listed below) and instructions for use for your convenience.

The SUB is packaged as a sterile kit with surgical suggestions and instructions for use. A complete surgical video and SUB nephrostomy placement video that compliments the printed instruction guide are available on YouTube:

Complete SUB Surgery

Nephrostomy tube placement

INCLUDED IN THE KIT
SwirlPort Shunting Access Port, 2 x Locking Loop Catheters (1 for kidney, 1 for bladder), .035” J-Tip Guidewire, 2 x Posi-grip Huber Point Needles, RA Huber Needle Infusion Set, IV Catheter, Accessories

NOT INCLUDED in the kit –Optional Extras
Sterile cyanoacrylate tissue glue

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Shunting SwirlPort

  • Low-profile
  • Light weight
  • Spherical chamber provides superior flow

Locking-Loop Catheters

  • Custom design with small, 8mm diameter locking pigtail
  • Gradually tapered tip reduces trauma and eases insertion
  • Metal stiffening cannula eases placement in kidney and bladder
  • Radiopaque, medical grade plastic with embedded marker band ensures visibility under fluoroscopy
  • Silicone/Dacron Cuff secures catheters and prevents dislodgment

Available in 2 sizes, the SUB™ SYSTEM ships sterile with Surgical Suggestions

Choose the appropriate size

SUB2-2001K – for use in cats and small dogs
– 1 x Shunting SwirlPort™ w/Catheter Securement Boots (2)
– 2 x 6.5F x 20cm Locking Loop Catheter w/Hollow cannula
– 1 x 0.035” x 45cm J-tip Guidewire
– 2 x 22G Posi-Grip Huber Needles
– 1 x 22G Huber Needle Infusion Set
– 1 x 18G Over-the-Needle Catheter
– Accessories (extra boots (2), cuff (1), and sleeve (1))
– Surgical Instructions

SUB2-2002K – for use in larger dogs
– 1 x Shunting SwirlPort™ w/Catheter Securement Boots (2)
– 2 x 6.5F x 35cm Locking Loop Catheter w/Hollow cannula
– 1 x 0.035” J-tip Guidewire
– 2 x 22G Posi-Grip Huber Needles
– 1 x 22G Huber Needle Infusion Set
– 1 x 18G Over-the-Needle Catheter
– Accessories (extra boots (2), cuff (1), and sleeve (1))
– Surgical Instructions

SUB2-3001K – for use in cats and dogs, typically for obstructive neoplasia
– 1 x Shunting PantsPort™ w/Catheter Securement Boots (3)
– 3 x 6.5F x 20cm Locking Loop Catheter w/Hollow cannula
– 1 x 0.035” x 45cm J-tip Guidewire
– 2 x 22G Posi-Grip Huber Needles
– 1 x 22G Huber Needle Infusion Set
– 2 x 18G Over-the-Needle Catheter
– Accessories (extra boots (2), cuff (1), and sleeve (1))
– Surgical Instructions

Indications for using the SUB include:

  • Ureteral Obstruction associated with Ureteral Stone Disease
  • Ureteral Strictures – the abnormal narrowing of the ureter
  • Ureteral Stent Reaction
  • Ureteral Stent Intolerance
  • Malignant Obstructions

Advanced Technology for Companion Pets

SUB™ 3.0
a Subcutaneous Ureteral ByPass System
SUB™ 2.0
a Subcutaneous Ureteral ByPass System
SUB™ Flush Kit
for Preventing Occlusion & Biofilm Formation in the SUB System
T-FloLoc™
Catheter Flushing & Locking Solution for Patency & Infection Control
CompanionPort™
a Vascular Access Port for Companion Pets
PleuralPort™
for Intracavitary Drainage
AUS™
for Canine Incontinence
HSO™
for pets with IHPSS
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