Thopaz+ after Cardiac Surgery

Unlike analogue systems, Thopaz⁺ delivers regulated suction non-stop, from the OR until chest-tube removal. The system is battery-powered, lightweight and silent for chest drainage in all areas of the hospital so that restrictions and restraints due to wall vacuum are eliminated.¹

Efficient cardiac drainage within the first 3 hours after surgery may accelerate chest drain removal, shorten ICU length of stay and reduce overall costs.²
By providing objective and reliable monitoring of patient status, inter-observer agreement is improved, offering medical staff a more accurate assessment when it comes to decision-making.³
Provision of efficient mediastinal and pleural drainage right after surgery, significantly reduces drainage-related complications.⁴

Objective measurement & trends with proven clinical experience

Accurate digital drainage measurement and trends during critical post-op window¹
Reliable trending of air leaks improves decision-making²
Proven clinical experience
- >2M total cases, including 100k+ cardiac cases
- More than 40 studies, including 8 studies in cardiac, among them 2 randomised controlled trials

Enhanced recovery with early patient mobilisation

Alignment with ERAS^® guidelines³ in thoracic for digital drainage devices and supports cardiac recommendations⁴
Light, compact design simplifies early patient mobility
Smart notifications and acoustic signals mitigate the risk of error^2,5
Reduces patient pain with faster drain removal^6,7 and improves patient satisfaction⁷

Optimised chest drainage management for safe, early drain removal

User-friendly interface streamlines nursing care and cardiac patient management^1,5,8
25% faster chest tube removal and reduction of drainage-related complications⁶
Uninterrupted, continuous drainage with long-life battery system^5,8

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Thopaz+ for Cardiac Surgery Patients
Find out how to support your cardiac ERAS or fast-track programs

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Safer care for enhanced recovery solution with Thopaz+

Find out how to provide safer care already in the golden 1st hour after cardiac surgery.

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Medela Thopaz⁺ training for the Operating Room

Medela Thopaz⁺ user-specific training video for the operating room.

This video is for demonstration use only and in no way replaces the IFU.

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Medela Thopaz⁺ technical training

Short and simple setup and training videos that will ensure you become a confident and knowledgeable Thopaz⁺ user.

This video is for demonstration use only and in no way replaces the IFU.

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Medela Thopaz⁺ training for post-anesthesia care unit

Medela Thopaz⁺ user-specific training video for post-anesthesia care unit, intensive care unit, and ward.

This video is for demonstration use only and in no way replaces the IFU.

Disposable Canisters

Available in 300ml, 800ml and 2-litre capacities to optimise drainage procedure and reduce the amount of biohazardous waste.

All three sizes are available with or without solidifier, providing a hygienic and cost-effective option for disposing of patient fluid disposal.

Tubing
The dual-lumen tubing provides continuous pressure monitoring close to the patient’s chest to provide early warning of potential harmful situations.

Two types of connectors are available (single or double) in small, medium or large sizes to match the chest tube being used.

All Thopaz+ tubing connectors contain a port for convenient sampling of drainage fluid.

Docking Station
The docking station for Thopaz+ generally requires one-time set up, allowing the device to be recharged without the need to handle cables and an external power adapter.

Holder with Standard Rail
For the easy attachment of Thopaz+ to rails, beds or IV poles. Can be fixed vertically or horizontally.

Universal Holder with Flexible Standard Rail
For the easy attachment of Thopaz+ to rails, beds or IV poles. Infinitely variable adjustment of rail inclination (360°).

Carrying strap
The carrying strap for Thopaz+ offers the patient convenience, comfort and full mobility

Brochure Thopaz+ system PDF, 1021 KB
Instructions for use Thopaz+ PDF, 19 MB
Quick card Thopaz+ system PDF, 616 KB
Cardiac Leaflet PDF, 1.05 MB
Instructions for use ThopEasy+ PDF, 1.06 MB
Clinical Guidelines for Managing Patients with Thopaz+ PDF, 1.15 MB
Cleaning instructions for docking station PDF, 1.52 MB
Healthcare accessories catalogue PDF, 2.12 MB
Install ThopEasy+ Software

1. Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg. 2011 Nov;13(5):490-3

2. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2014 Sep;62(6):509-15

3. Cir Esp 2010, 87(6):385-9

4. Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery 2009, 9(Supplement 1):S31>

5. Asian Cardiovasc Thorac Ann. 2015 Sep;23(7):832-8

6. Ann Thorac Surg. 2014 Aug;98(2):490-6

7. Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg. 2012 Oct;15(4):622-6

NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence in the UK)

*ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery is a treatment program based on the best available medical science)

Features & Benefits

Efficient cardiac drainage within the first 3 hours after surgery may accelerate chest drain removal, shorten ICU length of stay and reduce overall costs.²
By providing objective and reliable monitoring of patient status, inter-observer agreement is improved, offering medical staff a more accurate assessment when it comes to decision-making.³
Provision of efficient mediastinal and pleural drainage right after surgery, significantly reduces drainage-related complications.⁴

Objective measurement & trends with proven clinical experience

Accurate digital drainage measurement and trends during critical post-op window¹
Reliable trending of air leaks improves decision-making²
Proven clinical experience
- >2M total cases, including 100k+ cardiac cases
- More than 40 studies, including 8 studies in cardiac, among them 2 randomised controlled trials

Enhanced recovery with early patient mobilisation

Alignment with ERAS^® guidelines³ in thoracic for digital drainage devices and supports cardiac recommendations⁴
Light, compact design simplifies early patient mobility
Smart notifications and acoustic signals mitigate the risk of error^2,5
Reduces patient pain with faster drain removal^6,7 and improves patient satisfaction⁷

Optimised chest drainage management for safe, early drain removal

User-friendly interface streamlines nursing care and cardiac patient management^1,5,8
25% faster chest tube removal and reduction of drainage-related complications⁶
Uninterrupted, continuous drainage with long-life battery system^5,8

Videos

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Thopaz+ for Cardiac Surgery Patients
Find out how to support your cardiac ERAS or fast-track programs

Please accept the marketing-cookies to watch videos.

Safer care for enhanced recovery solution with Thopaz+

Find out how to provide safer care already in the golden 1st hour after cardiac surgery.

Please accept the marketing-cookies to watch videos.

Medela Thopaz⁺ training for the Operating Room

Medela Thopaz⁺ user-specific training video for the operating room.

This video is for demonstration use only and in no way replaces the IFU.

Please accept the marketing-cookies to watch videos.

Medela Thopaz⁺ technical training

Short and simple setup and training videos that will ensure you become a confident and knowledgeable Thopaz⁺ user.

This video is for demonstration use only and in no way replaces the IFU.

Please accept the marketing-cookies to watch videos.

Medela Thopaz⁺ training for post-anesthesia care unit

Medela Thopaz⁺ user-specific training video for post-anesthesia care unit, intensive care unit, and ward.

This video is for demonstration use only and in no way replaces the IFU.

Accessories & Disposables