This nitinol filter has a non-tilt spiral shape, designed to be self-centering. It is anchored by an oversized double ring platform rather than by hooks or struts. This requires that the filter be sized to the caval diameter. 'A brief history of inferior vena cava filters and...
read full descriptionThis is a newer design, laser cut from a single piece of nitinol for greater strength. It has a conical shape with 6 struts and a caudal hook. It is inserted via a 5F system, the smallest on the market. The dual insertion filter is introduced to the femoral or jugular via a 6.5 F delivery...
read full descriptionThis is a conical filter with 6 legs, each attached to a flat side rail that lies against the cava wall. These act as vertical stabilizing struts. It is made of Phynox® wire (same alloy as Conichrome®). 'A brief history of inferior vena cava filters and analysis...
read full descriptionThe HiWire hydrophilic guide wire from Cook Medical facilitates the placement of devices during diagnostic and interventional procedures.
read full descriptionActilyse is indicated for thrombolysis in acute ischaemic stroke and myocardial infarction, although it is widely used in Interventional Radiology for thrombolysis of other vessels. The thrombolytic ingredient is alteplase.
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