2011
In vitro test of ascending contamination in different urine meter systems
Frimodt-Møller N., Corneliussen L. · Dept. for Microbiological Surveillance Research
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A closed hourly diuresis system combining precise measurement, documented infection control with solutions on how to improve effectiveness in daily use.
Hourly Diuresis Monitoring System
Infection Prevention
The UnoMeter™ Safeti Plus Hourly Diuresis Monitoring System helps to prevent retrograde urinary tract infections*. In vitro study results have demonstrated that the system helps to prevent retrograde infection more effectively than traditional competitor devices.
In addition, the UnoMeter™ Safeti Plus has been designed to save nursing time and provide accurate urine measurement for all patients, even for low volumes, for various bed types and the mesurement is protected during transportation.
The design of UnoMeter™ Safeti Plus with the topmounted chamber, High performance filters and KombiKon™ helps to minimize the risk of retrograde infection*
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The integrated filters delivers a documented 99,9% barrier against bacteria and virus* supporting system integrity
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KombiKon™ provides a documented barrier against bacterial entry for up to 10 sample collections*
Optimized Nursing
Optimized Nursing
UnoMeter™ Safeti Plus has been developed to save nursing time and provide caregivers with the confidence of reliable urine measurement. The system has been designed with features to help optimize nurses' experience so they can focus on their patients.
Effectiveness and safety for caregiver and patient
Unimpeded flow for effective and accurate measurement
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Double lumen tube designed to secure continuous flow and accurate measurement
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Documented accurate measurement also at low volumes due to continuous flow*
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Non-return-valve in collection bag supports prevention of urine backflow to the chamber
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Filter in the open/close function and emptying bag: The filter is hydrophobic, which supports unimpeded flow, also in wet conditions
Safe use for patient and caregiver
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Non-return valve at KombiKon™ connector protects against urine reflux during and after transportation and no risk of not un-clamping the tube after transportation
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The KombiKon™ urine sampling port with transparent inspection window allows observation of urine build up to enable less waiting time and a fresh urine sample
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The UnoMeter™ Safeti™ Plus does not lose the measurement in the chamber during transportation if placed with the front facing up
In vitro study
The UnoMeter™ Safeti Plus Difference
The UnoMeter™ Safeti Plus helps to prevent retrograde infection more effectively than traditional urine measuring devices with a front-mounted chamber*
An in vitro study compared the UnoMeter™ Safeti Plus and two front-mounted devices in preventing bacterial migration from the collection bag to the measuring chamber2
Percentage of Samples with Bacteria Growth
| Device | After 2 days | After 4 days | After 7 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urine meter 1 | 75% | 100% | 100% |
| Urine meter 2 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| UnoMeter™ Safeti Plus | 0% | 0% | 0% |
In vitro study: four samples were tested for each device and taken at set time intervals to show whether there was bacteria growth (n=4)
Summary of study results*, ²
The UnoMeter™ Safeti Plus demonstrated better infection control compared to the front-mounted systems
- In both front-mounted devices, contamination progressed into the measuring chamber after 2 days. The UnoMeter™ Safeti Plus showed no progression of bacteria after 7 days
- The study results demonstrated that the UnoMeter™ Safeti Plus contains contamination within the collection bag and does not allow bacterial migration to the measuring chamber or catheter
The risk of Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTI)
Monitoring hourly diuresis is more than just a measurement. It is essential for detecting impaired fluid balance, renal insufficiency, or possible infections of critically ill patients.
While important to perform, catheterbased urine measurement can lead to CAUTI and additional treatment complications.
The prevalence of CAUTI
CAUTIs are the most common nosocomial infections in hospitals, accounting for >40% of all institutionally acquired infections.5
CAUTIs result in
- Increased morbidity and mortality
- Increased length of hospital stay by 2-4 days
- Excess health care cost of $400 to 500 million per year in the US
Intended use
Hourly diuresis monitoring for precision urine output measurement
Specifications
- Approved use
- Up to 7 days
- Meter chamber
- 40 ml high precision inner chamber + 500 ml. precision chamber
- Bag volume
- 2,000 ml (3,000 ml via Exchange Bags)
- Sample port
- KombiKon™ needle-free with documented barrier against bacterial entry for up to 10 sample collections
CE-marked medical device. For professional use only. Refer to instructions for use.
Clinical evidence
Research relevant to UnoMeter™ Safeti™ Plus
Explore the published studies and independent reports that support this product and its technologies.
View all clinical evidenceAvailable on request
2009
Closed System Study Test Report
Ashman P. · Surgical Materials Testing Laboratory, Princess of Wales Hospital
2005
In vitro test of different urine-meters in an experimental bladder-drainage model: prevention of ascending contamination depends on construction of the urine-meter
Frimodt-Moller N., Corneliussen L. · British Journal of Infection Control
2004
Performance of KombiKon needle free sample port
Tvede M. · Dept. of Clinical Microbiology, Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen