SPEAR - Simplified Pneumothorax Emergency Air Release) Device
The North American Rescue SPEAR Device is a versatile needle decompression tool designed based on science and user feedback to improve success rates in treating tension pneumothorax. It offers lateral and traditional anterior needle thoracostomy options, a sharper needle, centimeter depth markings, and a detachable low pressure check valve for confirmation. It is also compatible with the new TCCC Guidelines for a larger needle size. SPECS: Latest innovation in Needle Decompression technology Designed based on known gaps in the management of tension pneumothorax Sharper needle point for easier insertion User friendly features like spin-lock connection, depth markings, and detachable low-pressure one-way valve Fenestrations along catheter for additional air flow Familiar, rugged, pen-style case for ease of storage and deployment Allows either lateral decompression or traditional anterior needle thoracostomy Catheter made of flexible kink-resistant material with a soft tip Single use