The Baylis Powerwire distrubed in the UK by BVM is an RF enabled wire aimed at helping recanalisation of vessels. The wire is connected to a generator and the RF power can then be initiated for short bursts enabling te wire to slowly be advanced through an occlusion. It will be particularly...

This is a covered coronary stent from Biotronik. It has an external covering only giving it a lower profile and enabling 5F access.

The micro wires from Boston scientific are designed for crossing and navigating atheromatous lesions above and below the knee. They are also useful for support in the visceral vasculature for placing 0.018 mounted stents. The wires have a hydrophilic coating, shapeable tips and come in...

This latest covered balloon expandable stent from Gore is an interesting design with independent stainless steel rings said to make it more flexible. The semi compliant balloon allows variation in stent size with inflation pressure. Balloon mounting will of course allow accurate placement....

This 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).  ...