In many parts of the developing world, sterile surgical supplies are not readily available, even in hospitals. Infections that may be spread by reused surgical supplies, include but are not limited to; HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C. These potentially devastating diseases are on the rise, worldwide. Many travelers abroad have contracted infections through reused medical supplies and unsanitary conditions.
This kit includes an assortment of forceps, scissors, scalpels, sutures, and supplies for administration of IV fluids by qualified medical/dental personnel. Each kit contains a printed message, in eight languages, stating that these supplies are for your personal use, in the event that emergency medical or dental care is needed.
Kit contains:
| 1- curved kelly forceps | 1- serrated adson forceps |
| 1- straight iris scissors | 1- curved iris scissors |
| 1- #11 disposable scalpel | 1- #15 disposabe scalpel |
| 1- IV admin. set w/ 70" tubing | 1- IV start kit* w/ tagederm dressing |
| 1- 18G x 1 1/4" angio catheter | 1- 3-0 nylon suture |
| 1- 5-0 nylon suture | 1- 3-0 chromic suture |
| 8- alcohol prep pads | 3- 3" x 3" sterile gauze pads |
| 3- 4" x 4" sterile gauze pads | 6- 1" x 3" plastic strip bandages |
| 5- medium butterfly bandages | 1- 1/2" x 5 yds. roll cloth tape |
| 10- 1.8ml instant hand sanitizers | 2 pairs- large nitrile gloves |
| 1- sterile surgical drape |
* IV start kit contains:
| 1- latex free tourniquet | 1- alcohol prep pad |
| 1- iodophor PVP swab stick | 1- transparent dressing |
| 2- 2" x 2" 8-ply gauze sponges | 2- 1/2" x 4" tape strips |
| 2- 1" x 4" tape strips | 1- dressing change label |
Every traveler should also consider purchasing one of our Travelers' Safe Needle Kits for safe travel in developing countries and remote geographical regions.
