The Amplatzer Vascular Plug 4 is delivered through a 0.038 diagnostic catheter which increases the options for using these types of vascular occluders. The type 4 plug effectively has 4 layers of occluding mesh. The advantage of this type of plug is its flexibility and small profile allowing it...
read full descriptionThis absorbable gelatin sponge is commonly used for aiding wound haemostasis during orthopaedic and other surgery but is also used extensively as an embolic agent in Interventional Radiology. The embolic effects are temporary. It is also used to plug PTC tracts to prevent bile leakage on drain...
read full descriptionOnyx is a non adhesive liquid embolic agent. It is made of EVOH (ethylene vinyl alcohol) copolymer and DMSO ( dimethyl sulphoxid) in which it is dissolved. This is suspended in tantalum powder to make it radio opaque. This is why it must be placed on a mixer prior to use to enable good mixing...
read full descriptionThe long flexible platinum Spirale coil is ideal for arterial and venous embolisation.
read full descriptionThe EBZO is a neurovascular microcatheter. Apparently, a deflectable tip allows in vivo control of the tip shape via the device's hub. The tip can be deflected up to 90 degrees (from straight) in opposing directions. According to the manufacturer, this permits a greater level of...
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