Part Details | ANTI-EMBOLISM STOCKINGS
6515-01-256-3218 Items of footwear which are circular knitted, close-fitting elastic-type coverings for therapeutic treatment of the legs. They are designed to increase the linear velocity of blood flow in the veins by external compression of the legs. They help prevent thromboembolism by the use of graduated pressure which decreases from the instep to the thigh. They may be knee or thigh length and have transparent, open-toe, or a similar foot design to permit frequent inspection of the circularly condition. Federal Law (Public Law 94-295 May 28, 1976) restricts this device to, sale by, or use on, the order of a physician. Excludes conventional knitted seamless elastic stockings shaped by blocking methods.
Alternate Parts: 384518, 3845-18, CALF HIGH ORTHAWEAR, 6515-01-256-3218, 01-256-3218, 6515012563218, 012563218
| Supply Group (FSG) | NSN Assigned | NIIN | Item Name Code (INC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | JUN 04, 1987 | 01-256-3218 | 33457 ( STOCKINGS, ANTI-EMBOLISM ) |
REFERENCE DRAWINGS & PICTURES
Cross Reference | NSN 6515-01-256-3218
| Part Number | Cage Code | Manufacturer |
|---|---|---|
| 3845-18 | 16984 | DEPUY ORTHOPAEDICS, INC. |
| CALF HIGH ORTHAWEAR | 16984 | DEPUY ORTHOPAEDICS, INC. |
Technical Data | NSN 6515-01-256-3218
| Characteristic | Specifications |
|---|---|
| MATERIAL AND LOCATION | NYLON OVERALL AND SPANDEX OVERALL |
| COLOR | WHITE |
| SIZE | MEDIUM |
| SPECIAL FEATURES | CALF CIRCUM. 10-17 INCHES; KENGTH 13-19 INCHES; 2-WAY STRETCH; TOP BAND DESIGNED EXTRA WIDE; CLEARLY MARKED,COLOR-CONDED PACKAGES; WASHABLE; DOUBLE WRAPPED; UNIT QTY 12 PAIRS; FOR SURGICAL,OBSTETRIC/PATIENTS RECOVERING FROM PHLEBITIS |