The Silverline® ventricular drainage catheter made of radiopaque polyurethane or silicone is inserted into one of the ventricles of the brain. Accessories that come with the device include a stylet, a suture clamp, a Luer-Lock connector, and a metal trocar.

• The slotted suture clamp is used for fixation to the skin.
• The Luer-Lock connector is connected to the external ventricular drainage kit.
• The trocar is used for tunneling.
• The catheter is outfitted with lettered marks.
• The stylet is used for stiffening during insertion.

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