Navilyst Medical out of Marlborough, MA, which is expected to become part of AngioDynamics by the end of May, has launched in the U.S. its Embarc Microcatheter with Glyce hydrophilic coating, a catheter made for diagnostic and interventional use in peripheral vessels.
The device has a kink resistant shaft, a special coating for smooth delivery, and a number of other features to make it easier to operate in difficult anatomy.
Features from the product page:
Multiple-Layer Braided Construction
- Engineered tapered transition offers proximal advancement with distal flexibility for superselective access in tortuous anatomy
- Platinum/Iridium and stainless steel braided shaft for enhanced visibility, kink resistance and optimal catheter stability in embolic delivery and power injection
- Extruded PTFE liner for smooth guidewire and embolic interface
- 1000 psi injection pressure
GLYCE™ Hydrophilic Coating
- Ultra-durable hydrophilic coated outer surface increases trackability and enhances vessel navigation
Strain Relief and Overmolded Clear Hub
- Inner coiled strain relief for improved kink resistance
- Unique hub design with contoured wing for precise catheter control
- Hub facilitates smooth delivery and confirmation of embolic material and chemotherapeutic agents
Radiopaque Lumen and RO Marker
- Platinum Iridium provides high visibility under fluoroscopy
- Swaged RO marker for dimensional control and navigation
Atraumatic Distal Tip
- Formed distal tip designed for improved trackability and vessel selection
Press release: Navilyst Medical Announces Entry into the Embolization Market with the Launch of its Embarc® Microcatheter
Product page: Embarc Microcatheters…