Remington Medical 600ml Nephrostomy Drainage Bag
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Remington Medical 600mL Nephrostomy Drainage Bag
SKU: 600-D
600mL Capacity | Percutaneous Nephrostomy Use | Adjustable Soft Waist Belt | Twist-Type Outlet Valve | Anti-Reflux Valve | 24" Cuttable Kink-Resistant Tubing | Graduated Volume Markings | FSA Eligible | Latex Free
A 600mL drainage bag designed specifically for percutaneous nephrostomy (PCN) tube management — for patients who drain urine directly from the kidney through a tube placed through the skin at the flank or back. The adjustable soft waist belt secures the bag to the body at an appropriate position below kidney level, maintaining correct drainage flow and reducing tube traction. The twist-type outlet valve allows quick, controlled emptying without spillage. Anti-reflux valve prevents backflow of collected urine toward the nephrostomy tube. 24" kink-resistant tubing can be cut to fit individual anatomy and positioning needs. Graduated markings for output monitoring. Sterile, single-use. FSA eligible. Sold individually, 5-pack, or 20-pack.
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| Part Number (SKU) | Capacity | Tubing Length | Quantity Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| 600-D | 600 mL | 24" (cuttable) | Each | 5/Pack | 20/Pack |
For nephrostomy tube management. Questions about nephrostomy bag positioning or tubing? 1-866-218-0902
Key Features
- Designed for percutaneous nephrostomy (PCN) tube drainage — not a urinary catheter drainage bag; intended for renal drainage via tube placed through skin
- 600mL capacity — sized for daytime ambulating wear; smaller than bedside bags to allow comfortable body wear
- Adjustable soft waist belt — secures bag to the body; fully adjustable to fit varying waist sizes and tube exit positions
- Twist-type outlet valve — twist to open for drainage, twist to close; provides positive sealing confirmation without a clamp
- Anti-reflux valve — prevents backflow of collected urine toward the nephrostomy tube and kidney
- 24" kink-resistant soft tubing — flexible, resists kinking during movement; can be cut to shorter length to match individual anatomy and bag position
- Graduated volume markings — for monitoring nephrostomy output
- Clear bag material — allows visual inspection of urine character
- Sterile packaging — reduces contamination risk at setup
- Single-use — do not reuse
- FSA eligible | Latex free
Clinical FAQs
What is a nephrostomy and why is this bag different from a standard urinary drainage bag?
A percutaneous nephrostomy (PCN) is a procedure in which a tube is placed directly into the renal pelvis — the collecting area of the kidney — through the skin of the patient's back or flank, bypassing the ureter and bladder entirely. Urine produced by that kidney drains continuously out through the tube and into a collection bag worn on the outside of the body. A nephrostomy is performed when urine cannot drain normally from the kidney through the ureter — due to ureteral obstruction from kidney stones, a tumor, scar tissue, stricture, or surgical complication — and the kidney must be decompressed to prevent damage. The drainage bag used for a nephrostomy must be designed for body wear at the flank or waist, not bedside hanging — which is why this Remington bag includes a waist belt rather than a hanger. The bag sits below the kidney level at all times to allow continuous gravity drainage; a bedside bag would be incorrectly positioned for ambulatory nephrostomy patients.
What are the most common indications for a nephrostomy tube?
Kidney stones that obstruct the ureter — particularly large stones that cannot pass or be removed quickly — are the most common acute indication for nephrostomy tube placement. When a stone completely blocks the ureter, urine backs up into the kidney (hydronephrosis), causing pain and putting the kidney at risk of pressure injury. A nephrostomy tube immediately decompresses the kidney while definitive stone treatment is arranged. Other indications include ureteral strictures from prior surgery, radiation, or injury; ureteral obstruction from pelvic or abdominal tumors; drainage after ureteral surgery or repair; and management of ureteropelvic junction obstruction. Nephrostomy tubes are placed by interventional radiologists or urologists under imaging guidance and are typically maintained for days to weeks, with the tube and bag changed on a scheduled basis.
How is the bag positioned and worn?
The nephrostomy tube exits the skin at the patient's back or flank, typically below the rib cage. The bag must always be positioned below the kidney exit point to allow gravity-driven drainage — never elevated above the tube exit site. The adjustable waist belt is threaded around the patient's waist or hip and the bag hangs at the appropriate position on the side of the nephrostomy tube. Tubing should be secured to the skin with medical tape to prevent traction on the tube entry site, with a small loop of slack to accommodate movement without pulling. The 24" tubing can be cut to the length appropriate for the patient's anatomy and bag position — shorter tubing reduces the risk of the bag hanging too low or tangling during ambulation. Your interventional radiology or urology team will demonstrate correct positioning at discharge.
How often should this bag be changed?
The drainage bag itself should be changed every 5–7 days as a routine practice, or sooner if it becomes damaged, contaminated, or fails to drain freely. The nephrostomy tube (which connects the kidney to the bag) is a separate component managed by the clinical team — tubes are typically changed every 2–3 months under fluoroscopic guidance in a clinical setting. Daily care of the bag includes emptying when half to two-thirds full using the twist valve, inspecting the tube exit site for signs of infection or displacement, monitoring urine output and character, and securing tubing to the skin. Any sudden change in urine output, cloudiness, fever, pain at the tube site, or tube displacement should prompt immediate contact with the clinical team.
What does the twist-type outlet valve do and how is it different from a clamp outlet?
A clamp outlet uses a roller or slide clamp that physically compresses the drainage tube to stop flow — the clamp presses the tube walls together. A twist-type outlet valve uses a rotating mechanism at the drainage port that opens and closes a channel with a twist of the wrist — typically a quarter-turn or half-turn. The twist valve is generally easier to operate with one hand and provides a more positive open/close action than a clamp, which can slip or be difficult to operate fully for patients with limited hand strength. The visual and tactile click of the valve reaching its closed position provides confirmation that the outlet is fully sealed. For nephrostomy patients who empty their bag multiple times per day while managing tube positioning simultaneously, the twist valve's ease of one-handed operation is a practical advantage.
Can this bag be used for standard urinary catheter drainage?
Technically, the bag will collect urine regardless of drainage source. However, this product is specifically designed and sized for nephrostomy use — 600mL capacity and body-worn waist belt positioning, not bedside hanging. For standard Foley catheter or indwelling catheter drainage, the Bard Bedside Drainage Bags (2000mL or 4000mL with hanger) or the Coloplast Conveen Security Plus XL (1500mL, leg or bedside) available in the MDS catalog are the more appropriate choices. For intermittent catheter users who need a collection bag, closed-system catheters with integrated bags (Apogee Plus, SpeediCath Compact Set) are available in the MDS intermittent catheter section. Use this nephrostomy bag for its intended application to ensure correct positioning, volume adequacy, and appropriate tube-to-bag connection.
Questions about nephrostomy bag management, tube care, or change schedules? Call our product specialists: 1-866-218-0902
