This is a paclitaxel coated balloon from Boston Scientific. It is available in 2-8mm diameters and 30-150mm lengths but not in all diameters. It uses a 0.018 inch platform and needs sheaths from 4-6F.
read full descriptionPeripheral vascular cutting balloon from Boston Scientific This balloon has small cutting blades along its outer surface to help cut plaque and perform angioplasty. It uses a 0.018 inch wire and is available from 5 to 8mm diameters in a 2cm length. It requires a 6 or 7F sheath. There is...
read full descriptionThis slitted catheter is specifically designed for catheter directed thrombolysis. The patented slits are said to allow a more even distribution of thrombolytic compared with conventional side hole catheters used in thrombolysis. They also claim that slits rather than holes give a stronger...
read full descriptionThis open cell balloon mounted stent from Boston is claimed to have excellent radial force. Their website compares it with 5 other selected stents. It is available in 6-10mm diameters and lengths from 17-57mm. It can be inserted through 6 and 7F sheaths (depending on stent size). ...
read full descriptionThis high pressure balloon from Bard is rated at between 30 and 40 atm, 30 for the largest balloons. It is available from 4-12mm and up to 12cm in length
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