Table 3 Approximate maximum flow rates through different size cannulas
Cannula size | Maximum Flow rate (mls/min) | Maximal volume of fluid that can be delivered for a given 25 min procedure |
|---|---|---|
24 gauge | 22 | 550 mls |
22 gauge | 35 | 875 mls |
20 gauge | 60 | 1500 mls |
18 gauge | 105 | 2625 mls |
16 gauge | 215 | 5375 mls |
14 gauge | 345 | 8625 mls |