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OOCYTE RETRIEVALNEEDLESOOCYTE RETRIEVALNEEDLES
Manufactured from high quality stainless steel, its triple cut
blade provides a fast puncture, minimizing damage to theovarian tissue. The excellent control of the puncture allows
the operation time to be reduced, retrieving oocytes in thebest possible conditions.
Its “Thin Wall” design allows the same internal aspiration diameter to be maintainedwith needles of a smaller external diameter, thus reducing the risk of bleeding andlesions for the patient, improving their recovery time.
Our range of diameters, from 16G to 21G, the largest on the market, offers ideal
options for working with patients with low response, or even in natural cycles,
allowing the follicular aspiration to be carried out without anesthetic with thesmallest diameters.

Main Features
TIP WITHECHOGENIC
MARKING

THIN WALL
DESIGNTRIPLE
CUTBLADE

Guarantees highultrasound visibilityand a safer approach tothe follicle thanks tothe marking to the very
tip of the needleProvides thinner needles
maintaining the same
inner diameter

Ensures a clean andsmooth puncture
minimizing trauma
and improves patient
recovery afteroocyte retrieval

ERGONOMIC
HANDLE WITH
POSITION
MARKER
Provides additionalcontrol throughout
the oocyte pick-up
and helps to control
the positionof the needle blade

SILICON BUNG
WITH SYRINGE
CONNECTION
Facilitates the flushingof the needle

OOCYTE RETRIEVAL NEEDLES

The IVF journey starts withthe oocyte retrieval process:
The correct choice of oocyte retrieval needles,
ensures successful follicular aspiration andmaximizes the number of oocytes retrieved.

FOLLICULAR ASPIRATION
Follicular aspiration consists of aspirating the fluid
from the ovarian follicles vaginally using an
ultrasound-guided needle.

Learn more about
The Importance ofAspiration Pressure
for an Efficient
Oocyte collection.

Kitazato recommended
aspiration pressures:

PRODUCT CATALOGUE

Needle Gauge
Single Lumen
16G
17G
18G
19G
20G
21G

Aspiration Pressure(mmHg)(kPa)

100±25125±25150±25175±25200±25225±2513.3±3.3
16.7±3.3
20.0±3.3
23.3±3.3
26.7±6.6
30.0±6.6

Needle Gauge
Double Lumen
16G
17G
18G

Aspiration Pressure(mmHg)(kPa)

150±25175±25200±2520.0±3.3
23.3±3.3
26.7±3.3

LESS PAIN WITH THIN WALL DESIGNA Kitazato needle offers the same
inner diameter width for theaspiration opposed to other brandthicker needles.
This allows oocyte retrieval to be
carried out with a smaller gauge
needle and therefore reduces thepossibility of bleeding and the riskof injuries to the uterine lining,whilst minimizing stress in theoocyte during aspiration.

Kitazato Needle
Less damage to the ovary

Competitor Needle

WIDE RANGE OF DIAMETRES
We offer a wide range of Oocyte Retrieval Needles with singlelumen (from 16G to 21G) and double lumen (from 16G to 18G).
With the aim of minimizing distress to the patient, Kitazato offers a full rangeof Thin Wall needles from 16G to 21G. The smaller diameters are ideal forpatients with low response or for natural cycles, even allowing to work withoutanesthesia during the ovarian puncture.

OOCYTE RETRIEVAL NEEDLESSINGLE LUMEN
NEEDLES
Kitazato single lumen needles provide a reliable oocyte
retrieval whilst guaranteeing a continuous aspiration
flow to minimize oocyte stress.
Available from 16G to 21G and with different lengths ofaspiration lines.

PUMPASPIRATION
For pump assisted aspiration of oocyteswith single aspiration line.

PUMP ASPIRATIONWITH VACUUM LINE
For pump assisted aspiration of oocyteswith an incorporated 60 cm vacuum line.

PRODUCT CATALOGUELUER LOCKCONNECTION
For a manual control of theoocyte aspiration with a syringe
connected to the luer lock.

DOUBLE LUMEN
NEEDLES
Kitazato double lumen needles allow oocyte
pick-up and follicle flushing in one procedure.
Larger inner channel allows oocyte retrieval whileouter channel is intended for follicle flushing.
Available from 16G to 18G.
- Inner lumen for secondary channel- Syringe included in the sterile bag

TIP WITH ECHOGENICMARKING

TRIPLE CUT BLADE

SILICON BUNG
WITH LUER LOCKERGONOMIC HANDLE
WITH POSITION MARKEROOCYTE RETRIEVAL NEEDLESSPECIAL PROCEDURE
NEEDLESTOWAKO METHOD
Towako Method is used for transferring
embryos into the endometrium throughthe myometrium with a set of needle andembryo transfer catheter.
This product was developed by Dr. Osada
Kato from the Kato Ladies Clinic, Japan.

3 WAY STOPCOCKVALVE
Needle with a 3 way stopcock valve, thatmakes possible to regulate the flow, allowing
alternation between oocyte aspiration andfollicular cleaning through a single channel.

PRODUCT CATALOGUE

Available in sets with a 17G needle and 80cm
aspiration tube (other lengths available uponrequest).

IVM NEEDLES
For the collection of immature
oocytes in in vitro maturation cyclesof non-stimulated ovaries.

PRODUCT REFERENCES
Single Lumen Pump Aspiration
Order NumberGaugeLength(cm)Aspiration
Line (cm)*3263503273503283503293503203503203003213001617181920202135
35
353535303080
80
80
80
80
8080

Single Lumen Pump Aspiration
with Vacuum Line
Order Number

Gauge

Length(cm)

Aspiration
Line (cm)*336350337350338350339350330300161718
1920

35
35
35
3530

80 + 60
80 + 60
80 + 60
80 + 60
80 + 60*Other aspiration line lengths available

Single Lumen with Luer Lock
Order Number

Gauge

Length(cm)Aspiration
Line (cm)316001317001318001319001310001161718
192032.532.5
32.5
32.5
32.5

-Double Lumen
Order Number

Gauge

Length(cm)Aspiration
Line (cm)Flushing
Line (cm)376350377350378350161718353535

80
8080

100
100100Special Procedure
Order Number

Product Name

Gauge

Length(cm)Aspiration Line(cm)268003367350357353347275

Towako Method
Manual Aspiration Set for Syringe
Aspiration Set with Stopcock
IVM Needle

18171717 & 20

32.5
35
35
27.5 & 35

60
80 + 40 with stopcock
30

Quality control• SAL (Sterility Assurance Level): 10-6
• LAL assay for Endotoxin• MEA (Mouse embryo assay)• Shelf life: 3 years

EMBRYO
TRANSFERSTRAIGHT
CATHETERSSTRAIGHT
CATHETERSDesigned following the advice of the most reputed
gynaecologists, EC-PRO ET Catheters offer excellent
control, visibility and smoothness to minimize trauma to thepatient and maximize embryo implantation.

GUIDE WITH WIDEOPENING IN THE HANDLE

APPROXIMATIONMARKSERGONOMIC HANDLE WITH
ORIENTATION MARKING

Main Features
GUIDE WITH
WIDE OPENING
IN THE HANDLE

MALLEABLEGUIDE WITHMEMORY

allows the inner
catheter to beinserted easily

maintains its shape fora long period of time

APPROXIMATIONMARKS
on the catheter to monitor
the insertion in the uterine
cavity and facilitate theloading phase

ERGONOMIC
HANDLE WITH
ORIENTATIONMARKINGfor safe and precise
handling during
the transfer
Catheters and stylets

SMOOTH TIP
for atraumaticinsertion

AVAILABLE IN
TWO LENGTHS(18cm and 23cm)

EMBRYO TRANSFER CATHETERS

Straight Catheters
Soft and flexible
EC-PRO catheter

With memory:
it can be bent andshaped as desired

Wide range
available to suit
all needs

Available in set
with obturator
and trialcatheter:
this preventsblood and mucus
entering throughthe tip

Echogenic model
EC-PRO Masterfacilitates
the visibility ofthe internal
catheter

Stylet set withguide helps
cannulationin difficulttransfers

EC-PRO MASTER

EC

EC-PRO Master is fully echogenic, its
unique design provides enhanced visibility
under ultrasound and optimizes theplacement of the embryos.

ICLLY
FUNHOGEPRODUCT CATALOGUE

Available with supported cannula.

EC-PRO ROUTINE
EC-PRO Routine catheters allow clinicians toperform efficient embryo transfers withprecision. The outer guide can be shaped tocomfortably access the uterine cavity, while its
superior softness ensures patient comfort
during the whole procedure.
The EC-PRO Routine Supported includes aninner cannula designed for easier handling andinsertion into the guide. Its metallic cannula,guarantees the insertion of the catheter withgreat precision. Ideal for transfers withdouble-step technique.

EC-PRO TRIAL
EC-PRO Trial allows positioning the guide in place
before inserting an embryo-loaded inner catheter.

STYLET
Stylets can be molded and provide rigidity
to the guide during transfer. Available forthe whole range.

EMBRYO TRANSFER CATHETERSPRODUCT REFERENCES
EC-PRO Routine
Order Number

Description

Diameter(Fr)

Length(cm)

275018275023205118205123215018215023215118215123225523

Trial Catheter and Guide
Trial Catheter and Guide
Supported Catheter
Supported Catheter
Catheter and Guide
Catheter and Guide
Supported Catheter and Guide
Supported Catheter and Guide
Supported Catheter and Guide with Obturator

4.7
4.7
4.7
4.7
4.7
4.7
4.7
4.7
4.7

18231823
1823182323

EC-PRO Master
Order Number

Description

Diameter(Fr)

Length(cm)

205218205223215218215223205318205323215318215323

Echogenic Catheter
Echogenic Catheter
Echogenic Catheter and Guide
Echogenic Catheter and Guide
Echogenic Supported Catheter
Echogenic Supported Catheter
Echogenic Supported Catheter and Guide
Echogenic Supported Catheter and Guide

4.7
4.7
4.7
4.7
4.7
4.7
4.7
4.7

1823
1823
1823
1823

PRODUCT CATALOGUE

Stylets
Order Number

Description

Length(cm)Quantity

294015294020294115294120Soft stylet with guide for 18cm catheter
Soft stylet with guide for 23cm catheter
Hard stylet with guide for 18cm catheter
Hard stylet with guide for 23cm catheter

1520152010101010Quality control• SAL (Sterility Assurance Level): 10-6
• LAL assay for Endotoxin• MEA (Mouse embryo assay)• Shelf life: 3 years

EMBRYOTRANSFERPRECURVEDCATHETERSEMBRYO TRANSFER CATHETERSPRECURVEDET CATHETERS
Kitazato Precurved ET Catheters offer superior smoothness
in a range of 3 and 4 Frenchs and two different types of tips:
straight or bulb.
The characteristic curve and flexibility of the outer sheath allows easy andatraumatic navigation through the cervical canal.
Its visibility under the ultrasound improves positioning and precision during theembryo transfer improving implantation.

Kitazato Precurved ET catheter is available for both single and double
step embryo transfers.

Main Features
SUPPORTEDINNER
CATHETERSTOPPERFOR SETTINGTHE GUIDE

Allows inner catheter
to be inserted easily inthe guidefor better control andinsertion into the guidefor atraumaticinsertion

SOFT
AND HIGHLYFLEXIBLEOPTIONAL
ROUNDEDBULB TIPECHOGENIC
RING NEXTTO THE BULB

for easier navigation
throught the cervicalcanal

to reduce trauma
during the insertionfor enhancedechogenicity

SUPERIORSMOOTHNESSAPPROXIMATIONMARKSPRODUCT CATALOGUE

WIDE OPENING
AT THE HANDLEon the guide and catheter
for a greater precision inthe maneuverPrecurved ET Catheterswith curvature and highflexibility ensure an easy
navigation through thecervix in all kinds ofanatomies.

Precurved Catheters
Available in
3 and 4 French
diameters

Rounded tip
to facilitate
atraumatic
insertion

Available in set
with obturator

Stylet available
separately:
helps
cannulationin difficulttransfers

Positioning
mark on thehandle to know
the directionof catheter
curvature

Straightand bulb tip
Two different
types of tipavailable

EMBRYO TRANSFER CATHETERSWIDE OPENING
AT THE HANDLE

APPROXIMATIONMARKSSTOPPER FOR SETTINGTHE GUIDEERGONOMIC HANDLE
WITH ORIENTATIONMARKINGBULB GUIDES WITH
METAL RINGDOUBLE STEPEMBRYO TRANSFERS SETKitazato Pre-curved ET catheter is available insets, including:• Catheter• Guide• Obturator

PRODUCT CATALOGUE

Stylets also available for difficult transfers.

PRODUCT REFERENCES
Bulb Tip Guide
Order Number

Description

Diameter(Fr)

Length(cm)213322213325214422214425223322223325
224422224425223340Catheter and Guide
Catheter and Guide
Catheter and Guide
Catheter and Guide
Catheter and Guide with Obturator
Catheter and Guide with Obturator
Catheter and Guide with Obturator
Catheter and Guide with Obturator
Catheter and Guide with Obturator

3344334432225
2225
2225
2225
40

Straight Tip Guide
Order Number

Description

Diameter(Fr)

Length(cm)214322214325224322224325Catheter and Guide
Catheter and Guide
Catheter and Guide with Obturator
Catheter and Guide with Obturator

44442225
2225

Order Number

Description

Diameter(Fr)Length(cm)243017243020244017244020Stylet for guide with 22cm catheter
Stylet for guide with 25cm catheter
Stylet for guide with 22cm catheter
Stylet for guide with 25cm catheter

33441720
1720

Stylets

Quality control• SAL (Sterility Assurance Level): 10-6
• LAL assay for Endotoxin• MEA (Mouse embryo assay)• Shelf life: 3 years

INTRAUTERINEINSEMINATIONCATHETERSINTRAUTERINEINSEMINATIONCATHETERS
Improve your success rates in intrauterine insemination
with our full range of IUI catheters. To adapt to yourpreferences and cover your needs, Kitazato offers 4 levels ofrigidity and two different lengths.

DOUBLE LATERALOPENING TIP

Main FeaturesDOUBLELATERALOPENING TIP

SMOOTH AND
ROUNDED TIP

For improved semendispersion

For an easy insertion

FOUR TYPESOF RIGIDITY

INTEGRATEDINNER STYLET

Soft, Intermediate,
Ultimate and Hard

In stiffer models
provides additional
rigidity

INSEMINATION CATHETERSSOFTIUI CATHETER
This soft catheter minimizes trauma to thepatient.

INTERMEDIATEIUI CATHETER
Allows for some flexibility andmalleability.

ULTIMATEIUI CATHETER
Malleable catheter that adopts the desiredshape to facilitate its insertion.

PRODUCT CATALOGUEHARDIUI CATHETER
Flexible catheter with built-in stylet.
Adopts and maintains the desired shape.

PRODUCT REFERENCESIUI Catheters
Order Number

Description

Diameter(Fr)"Length(cm)"131184131182131186131181131104131102131106131101SoftIntermediate
Ultimate (with built-in stylet)
Hard (with bulit-in stylet)
Soft
Intermediate
Ultimate (with built-in stylet)
Hard (with bulit-in stylet)

5.2
666
5.2
6661818181810101010

Quality control• SAL (Sterility Assurance Level): 10-6
• LAL assay for Endotoxin• MEA (Mouse embryo assay)• HSSA (Human Sperm Survival Assay)• Shelf life: 3 years

TRAINING
PROGRAMOUR GREATEST
ACHIEVEMENT IS FOR YOU
TO OBTAIN THE BEST
CLINICAL RESULTS
Kitazato has spent over a decade investing in training and workshops around theworld. Thousands of embryologists have learned the Tips & Tricks of the Kitazato
Vitrification, whether at conferences, on visits to clinics, or at our reference support
centers and training facilities.
We know that The Cryotop® Method offers the best survival results on the market, andwe are committed to helping you achieve this. To do so, our trainings are always led byexperienced professionals, belonging to some of the most renowned clinics in theworld, supported by our team of specialized embryologists.
During our trainings, we reinforce the learning process by starting with a theoreticalsession followed by a hands-on one in which trainers share valuable knowledge andexperiences from their daily routines that will help you master The Cryotop® Method.
We guarantee that no question will go unanswered.

UKUSASpainRussia
Italy

China
IndiaJapan

Brazil8Hands-onworkshops
regularly led in
8 countries+5,000

Embryologists
trainedworldwide+15Yearsinvesting intraining &workshops

MISSION AND VALUES

THE IVF CYCLE
TO MAKE LIFE HAPPEN
Kitazato offers a broad selection of quality products thatmaximize success at every step of the IVF LifeCycle

Learn more about
the products
involved in each
IVF procedure

OOCYTE RETRIEVALEMBRYO TRANSFER

ANDROLOGYKITAZATO

CYCLE
Life

PRODUCT CATALOGUEVITRIFICATIONBIOPSYICSICULTUREv.4 2024.6.24
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