MEDICA 2026 | 16–19 November 2026 | Hall 6, Stall F37 | Düsseldorf, Germany
Precision-engineered venous access solutions validated for clinical performance, pediatric safety, and veterinary applications across Chilean healthcare networks.
Standard peripheral intravenous catheter with color-coded wings, siliconized Japanese stainless steel needle, and micro-bevel tip for painless venipuncture.
Sterile single-use hospital catheter designed for high-turnover outpatient clinics. Features high-biocompatibility FEP/PTFE catheter tubing for extended indwelling time.
Flexible butterfly wings engineered for precise stabilization during small animal intravenous fluid administration, blood sampling, and chemotherapy delivery.
Features a dedicated non-return injection valve for needle-free bolus medication administration without compromising catheter sterility or fluid flow continuity.
Fine-gauge veterinary IV catheters custom-designed for canine and feline clinical care. Minimizes vascular trauma in small exotic pets and pediatric animals.
Transparent blood flashback chamber provides immediate visual confirmation of successful vein penetration, ensuring clinical confidence for emergency staff.
Equipped with a passive safety needle mechanism that automatically locks over the sharp tip upon withdrawal, shielding veterinary personnel from accidental needle sticks.
Comprehensive multi-gauge veterinary vascular access suite suitable for farm livestock, equine medicine, and aquaculture research facilities throughout Chile.
Chile stands as one of Latin America's most sophisticated healthcare markets, driven by rigorous regulatory frameworks established by the Instituto de Salud Pública de Chile (ISP) and the Ministerio de Salud (MINSAL). Healthcare delivery is bifurcated into two primary sectors: the public network (FONASA - Fondo Nacional de Salud), serving approximately 78% of the population through 29 regional Health Services (Servicios de Salud), and the private sector (ISAPREs), operating premier clinical centers such as Clínica Alemana, Clínica Las Condes, and Red Salud.
For international medical device manufacturers and Chilean medical importers, penetrating this market demands strict adherence to global manufacturing standards (ISO 13485:2016, CE marking under MDR 2017/745) paired with localized registration dossiers. Bulk procurement within the public hospital network is primarily managed via centralized tendering through CENABAST (Central de Abastecimiento del Sistema Nacional de Servicios de Salud) or direct hospital complex purchasing via Mercado Público. Consequently, medical supply chains must guarantee not only unit price efficiency, but verified lot-to-lot consistency, bio-compatibility compliance, and zero-defect sterility assurances.
Lars Medicare operates as an integrated Tier-1 medical disposable manufacturer, supplying high-precision peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVC), safety IV cannulas with passive shielding, and specialized veterinary cannulas directly to Chilean medical distributors, tender holders, and health network operators.
The unique geographic stretch of Chile—spanning desert climates in the north (Antofagasta, Calama), dense urban centers in the central valley (Santiago, Valparaíso, Concepción), and sub-antarctic conditions in Patagonia (Puerto Montt, Punta Arenas)—presents distinct operational challenges for medical consumables. Lars Medicare engineers IV catheters optimized for thermal resistance, shelf-life stability, and specialized clinical protocols across diverse care environments.
Utilizing ultra-fine 24G and 26G purposed catheters with micro-bores and non-traumatic tri-bevel needles. Applied extensively in pediatric care units such as Hospital Exequiel González Cortés and Hospital Dr. Luis Calvo Mackenna in Santiago to minimize pediatric vascular distress.
High-flow 14G and 16G cannulas featuring radio-opaque FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene) or Polyurethane (PUR) tubing. Essential for rapid blood transfusion and fluid resuscitation in high-volume trauma emergency rooms across Valparaíso and Concepción regional hospitals.
Heavy-duty, flexible-wing veterinary cannulas (18G–22G) specifically configured for salmon farming research clinics in Los Lagos, livestock health monitoring in Araucanía, and companion animal emergency centers in urban Santiago.
| Gauge Size | Color Code (ISO 10555-5) | Catheter O.D. (mm) | Catheter Length (mm) | Flow Rate (ml/min) | Primary Clinical Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14G | Orange | 2.1 | 45 / 50 | 270 | Trauma, Rapid Blood Transfusion, Surgery |
| 16G | Grey | 1.7 | 45 / 50 | 180 | Major Surgery, Emergency Fluid Replacement |
| 18G | Green | 1.3 | 32 / 45 | 90 | Routine Blood Transfusion, General IV Infusion |
| 20G | Pink | 1.1 | 32 | 60 | Standard Adult Venipuncture, Medication Administration |
| 22G | Blue | 0.9 | 25 | 36 | Older Adults, Oncology, Small Veins, Veterinary |
| 24G | Yellow | 0.7 | 19 | 20 | Pediatric, Neonatal, Fragile Veins |
| 26G | Violet | 0.6 | 19 | 13 | High-Risk Neonatal Care, Small Companion Animals |
Healthcare buyers in Chile are shifting procurement strategies toward products that mitigate hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) and healthcare worker occupational hazards. Key regulatory and market trends shaping catheter purchasing in Chile include:
In response to MINSAL occupational health guidelines, public hospital networks are rapidly replacing non-safety cannulas with Passive Safety IV Catheters. Lars Medicare safety devices feature an automated spring-clip shield that irrevocably encapsulates the needle bevel upon extraction, completely removing human error and protecting nursing staff against Needlestick Injuries (NSI).
Uncontrolled blood exposure during venipuncture remains a leading transmission route for bloodborne pathogens (HBV, HCV, HIV). Lars Medicare’s integrated Blood Control Technology incorporates an internal septum within the catheter hub that halts blood flow automatically until an infusion line or Luer lock set is connected, maintaining a clean, sterile workspace.
Modern Chilean hospital standards demand DEHP-free, phthalate-free plasticizers and 100% natural rubber latex-free components. Our catheter tubings undergo comprehensive biocompatibility testing (ISO 10993 compliant including cytotoxicity, systemic toxicity, and hemocompatibility assessments).
As a leading international manufacturer of single-use medical devices, Lars Medicare provides medical equipment importers and hospital distributors in Chile with an integrated supply system that eliminates middleman markup and eliminates delivery uncertainty.
Our state-of-the-art Sonepat facility consolidates toolmaking, high-precision injection molding, needle point grinding, Class 100,000 cleanroom assembly, and Ethylene Oxide (EO) sterilization under one unified Quality Management System.
We provide end-to-end private label manufacturing tailored specifically for Chilean distributors. Includes Spanish-language Instructions for Use (IFU), customized inner boxes, outer master carton artwork, barcode compliance, and UDI (Unique Device Identification) tagging.
Routine consolidated sea freight container shipments to major Chilean ports (Port of Valparaíso and Port of San Antonio) and air freight to Santiago (SCL - Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport) under FOB, CIF, or DDP Incoterms.
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