Vacuum Assisted Delivery System (VAD)

Electrical and adjustable vacuum source

The membrane vacuum regulator of Dominant Flex and Basic pumps can be set to the precise level required and ensures that the vacuum is built up in seconds. The electrical source ensures an effective and safe distribution of vacuum without risk of fluctuations.

Single use cups
Our sterile single use cup obviates the necessity of cleaning and re-sterilization, whilst maintaining the performance and advantages of either Silc cup and Bird cups.  They ensure safety and performance for VAD system.

Reusable Cups
We offer reusable cups both rigid and soft types depending on your preferences.
Rigid reusable cups like our Bird cups (for anterior and posterior position) may be easier to apply to the correct position on the fetal scalp with a simpler traction and apparatus that is easier to assemble compare to other rigid cup type.

Soft reusable cup like the Silc Cups are very popular. The advantages of the Silc Cup include ease of application, effective adherence to the fetal scalp without the formation of a chignon, and minimal risk to both the mother and baby during its use.

The CaesAid offers a gentle support for delivering the fetal head during Caesarean sections. It can be attached to the pump used for suctioning during the operation. The use of the CaesAid may allow for a smaller incision with less blood loss¹.

¹ S Afr J Obs Gynae 2019;25(1):20-24. DOI:10.7196/SAJOG.2019.v25i1.1377

Single use Bird Cup – sterile

The polycarbonate disposable version of the Bird Cup comes with a traction handle that can be tilted for use when the fetus is in the occipito-anterior or posterior position. The diameter is 50 mm.

Single use SilcCup – sterile

This ventouse attaches gently to the fetal scalp. Its smooth surface with a longitudinal ridge allows observing rotation.  It is made of thermoplastic elastomer and is 60 mm in diameter.

Bird Cups - reusable

The Bird Cup is the most widely sold type of reusable suction cup. It is based on the design of the Malmström Cup, with separate suction and traction ports to have better freedom of movement from the traction handle. Can only be used for OA position. Made of autoclavable stainless steel, the Bird Cup comes in diameters of 40, 50 and 60 mm.

Bird Posterior Cup - reusable

A 50mm Medela Bird Posterior Cup Set made of autoclavable stainless steel for use with a Medela Vacuum Assisted Delivery (VAD).Especially designed for the occipito-posterior fetal position, the vacuum port is positioned on the side of this suction cup. This, together with its low profile, ensures easier insertion. Made of autoclavable stainless steel, the Bird Posterior Cup has a diameter of 50 mm.

Silc Cups - reusable

This medical-grade silicone cup attaches gently to the fetal scalp.

Its one-piece design for easy handling and its smooth surface with a longitudinal ridge make it possible to observe rotation.

The reusable silicone suction cups are autoclavable and come in 50 and 60mm sizes.

CaesAid Cups for caesarean sections - reusable

Medela vacuum assisted delivery system suction cups aidThe CaesAid cup offers gentle support for delivery during caesarean sections. The use of the CaesAid may allow for a smaller incision with less blood loss¹. Plus, it can be attached to the pump used for suctioning during the operation. The CaesAid is made of medical-grade silicone, is autoclavable and is 60 mm in size.

Apgar Timer

For reliable notification to perform Apgar tests.

• All newborns should get Apgar score at 10 minutes, say researchers
• Association between Apgar scores of 7 to 9 and neonatal mortality and morbidity: population based cohort study of term infants in Sweden

Basic and Dominant Flex accessories foot vacuum controller
The optional foot vacuum regulator is ideal to gently increase the vacuum to the level set on the Medela Suction Pump without needing to turn the vacuum regulator knob. Simply press down with the heel to release the vacuum immediately when the baby is born.