The PROFIX Total Knee System from Smith and Nephew is a well-established system with long term results. It is available in cemented and cementless (Hydroxylapatite on porous coating) variants. The FLEXCR insert is intended to accommodate up to 155 degrees of flexion with reduced...
read full descriptionThe ProDisc-C Total Disc Replacement is a intended for cervical disc replacement (C3 to C7) in patients with symptomatic cervical disc disease. The device has a ball and socket articulation manufactured from CoCrMo/UHMWPE, with a central keel for fixation to intervertebral bodies.
read full descriptionThe ProDisc II is an intervertebral disc replacement for the lumbar spine. It comprises two porous coated cobalt-chrome end plates and a convex polyethylene core. Each end plate has a central anchoring core and two spikes to ensure early stability. The device is indicated for advanced...
read full descriptionThe Medcomp Pro-PICC CT is a peripherally inserted central catheter with CT power injection capabilities. It contains all the features and benefits of the PICC line (low infection, patency, cost, etc) with the ability to inject contrast media at high pressures and flows. ...
read full descriptionThe Pro-Fuse CT is the first power injectable, implantable infusion port from Medcomp. Ports are approved for both CECT injections and infusion therapy. Allows CT injections for diagnostic imaging at up to 5cc/sec at 300psi. Raised rim provides clear tactile response during palpation to...
read full descriptionPRO-DENSE Bone Graft Substitute from Wright Medical is a synthetic bone substitute comprising 75% calcium sulphate and 25% calcium phosphate. The paste can be injected into osseous defects and has high compressive strength, although it may not prevent fracture where the defect is structurally...
read full descriptionThe Dräger Primus delivers peak flow comparable to ICU ventilators while avoiding the need for drive gas. Additional advanced monitoring and ventilation mode packages are also available. The Primus lets you monitor pulmonary function and ventilation parameters on a large, user-configurable...
read full descriptionThe PRESTIGE LP Cervical Disc Replacement from Medtronic is a titanium ceramic composite device with two articulating components. The device is an evolution of the Bristol/Cummings disc first implanted in 1991. Fixation is with anterior screws. Clinical trials are ongoing.
read full descriptionThe Presice Cryoablation System from Galil Medical is designed for use in cryotherapy ablation procedures for the treatment of kidney and prostate cancers. The Presice Cryoablation System combines planning and simulation software and multiple temperature monitoring probes. The system uses a 17...
read full descriptionThe Preservation Minimally Invasive Mobile Bearing Unicompartmental knee system was designed in 2001 and made available in the United Kingdom from 2002. Following poor results in the National Joint Registry of England and Wales, the device was discontinued throughout Europe in 2009.
read full descriptionThe System 7 Precision Oscillating Tip Saw from Stryker is a precision device for cutting bone. The cutting oscillating tip is housed in a stiff cartridge. The blade is said to produce less metal wear debris than traditional devices, and is less likely to cut soft tissue.
read full descriptionThe PowerPort * device is the first MRI-safe port which is indicated for power injection. It combines venous access with the ability for power-injected Contrast-Enhanced Computed Tomography (CECT) scans. Power injected CECT scans produce superior images to help better manage patient care....
read full descriptionThe POSITION High Tibial Osteotomy Plate from Braun is an anatomic plate with an integral spacer which helps to maintain the osteotomy. Alignment can be achieved using the OrthoPilot Navigation system from Braun. The surgical technique brochure for the POSITION HTO plate can be found...
read full descriptionAccording to St. Jude Medical, this self-expanding stent can be fully resheathed and repositioned in situ which enables physicians to fine-tune valve placement at the implant site.
read full descriptionThe device has a mobile polyethylene liner which is locked onto a femoral head that articules in a metallic acetabular shell. According to Smith & Nephew, the system was designed for patients, in primary and revision cases, who are susceptible to dislocation and therefore in need of greater...
read full descriptionThe PolarCath Peripheral Dilatation Device from Boston Scientific is designed for use in cryotherapy procedures for the treatment of obstructive lesions of PTFE access grafts or native arteriovenous dialysis fistulae, as well as in the peripheral vasculature (iliac, femoral, popliteal,...
read full descriptionThe Pogo Screw is a spring loaded device which is inserted over a guide wire. It is designed to apply constant compression across an operative fracture site, encourage bone remodelling and reducing problems with screws backing out. Apparently, it removes the need to have a full inventory of...
read full descriptionTraditionally, physicians have relied on repeat Large Volume Paracentesis (LVP) for the management of recurrent malignant ascites. Unfortunately, while effective at relieving symptoms, LVP requires frequent hospital visits and can result in significant patient discomfort. The Pleurx peritoneal...
read full descriptionThis device is the biliary version of Boston Scientific's Wallstent.
read full descriptionThe 3Fr is designed to pass easily (1.0mm O.D.) through a flexible ureteroscope in tortuous anatomy. The larger jaw capacity maximises biopsy volume. The long shaft (115cm) enables access into upper urinary tract and renal pelvis.
read full descriptionThe Pinnacle Destination Guiding Sheath consists of a guiding catheter and an introducer sheath. The variety of different curves allow access across the aortic bifurcation, to the renal arteries and other areas giving good support for selective catheters for stenting and embolisation. Two valve...
read full descriptionThe Pinnacle Acetabular Cup System from Depuy comprises a 180 degree titanium shell with coating options including Porocoat (titanium sintered beads) Duofix (Porocoat with an HA coating) and Gription (high friction porous surface). The shell is designed to accept polyethylene, ceramic and metal...
read full descriptionThe PICO is a single use negative pressure wound therapy system from Smith and Nephew. The device and dressing can be used for up to seven days. Rather than use a canister, the PICO dressing move exudate away from the wound and initiates evaporation. The dressing is...
read full descriptionThe Physio-Stim Bone Growth Stimulator is an external, low-level pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) device that is a safe nonsurgical option for long bone and small bone nonunions. The unit can be worn over a cast, orthopedic brace, or clothing without lessening its effectiveness. ...
read full descriptionThis product is distributed in the UK by BVM Medical for world wide distributors please consult the manufacturer. Cryostripping modern miniphlebectomy Cryosurgery is the best method of elimination of varicose veins, which meets patients? and doctors? expectations. It allows to get rid of...
read full descriptionPHIL™ (precipitating hydrophobic injectable liquid) from MicroVention Terumo is a direct competitor to ONYX liquide embolic agent from Covidien. It uses iodine based contrast bonded to the polymer to make it radio opaque rather than the Tantalum used in Onyx. It is available in three...
read full descriptionThis is a covered coronary stent from Biotronik. It has an external covering only giving it a lower profile and enabling 5F access.
read full descriptionThe P.F.C. SIGMA Total Knee System is designed to provide the surgeon with surgical solutions for a variety of clinical indications. Based on the clinically successful P.F.C. Total Knee System introduced in 1984, P.F.C. SIGMA continues a history of innovation based on clinical proof. P.F.C....
read full descriptionThis product is distributed in the UK by BVM Medical, for supply outside the UK please consult the manufacturer. PerkuStay® is a low profile drain for Acites. Once deployed, it can stay in the patient for up to 30 days. The main features of the...
read full descriptionPerkuCess Hydro F is a Percutaneous locking pigtail drain. This product is distributed in the UK by BVM Medical, for supply outside the UK please consult the manufacturer. The main features of the device are: Suitable for direct puncture or...
read full descriptionThis is a low profile internal/external drain designed for more long term biliary drainage for example when placed across a chronic biliary stricture. This sort of device is easier to maintain for the patient and more comfortable than traditional drainage catheters. The proximal portion...
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 ureteric stent from Boston Scientific is de signed with high retention coil strength to help maintain pigtail shape and prevent stent migration. It has a high ID/OD ratio and larger inner lumen to facilitate drainage and patency. A biocompatible material is designed for up to a...
read full descriptionThe Perclose™ ProStyle™ Suture-Mediated Closure and Repair (SMCR) System is the next generation design evolution of the proven and trusted Perclose ProGlide™ SMC System. Similar to Perclose ProGlide™ SMC System, each Perclose™ ProStyle™ device...
read full descriptionThis device provides suture for vascular closure of 5-8F femoral artery access sites. According to the manufacturer, the device maintains vascular access throughout deployment and has flexibility to pre-close and close over the wire.
read full descriptionThis device provides suture for vascular closure of 5-8F femoral artery access sites. According to the manufacturer, the device maintains vascular access throughout deployment and has flexibility to pre-close and close over the wire. Watch our short video which demonstrates deployment of...
read full descriptionThis POD packing coil was shown at CIRSE 2016 in Barcelona. It has a distal segment that is said to allow tight packing/anchorage in high flow vessels followed by a softer packing segment for ‘dense, focal packing’ of the vessel. They are aiming this squarely at the type of...
read full descriptionThe PediNail™ Pediatric Femoral Nail from Orthopediatrics is a femoral nail designed for use in children or small adults. The proximal end can accept a single greater to lesser trochanter screw or a reconstruction screw. The distal end accepts two medial to lateral screws or one anterior...
read full descriptionThe PediLoc Extension Osteotomy Plate (PLEO) from Orthopediatrics is a anatomic lateral femoral plate designed for corrective osteotomy of the distal femur, most often for persistent knee flexion contracture as a result of cerebral palsy. The Surgical Technique can be downloaded here .
read full descriptionThe PediGuard (R) device from SpineGuard is a handheld device which alerts spinal surgeons to potential pedicular or vertebral breaches when inserting spinal pedicle screws. The device measures the electrical conductivity of tissue and emits an audible signal which changes when the conductivity...
read full descriptionPediflex™ Elastic Stable Intramedullary Nails from OrthoPediatrics are designed for fixation of paediatric long bone fractures using two curved nails and a closed technique. These are recommended in femoral fractures in children from 6 to 14 years and in forearm fractures from 8 years to...
read full descriptionMongoose Mongoose™ 3.3 Fr. and 4 Fr. angiography catheters feature a hydrophilic coating surrounding triple wire braiding to provide high flow rates, torque transference, kink resistance and waveform fidelity. Catheter tips are softer and optimally sized for the pediatric cardiovascular...
read full descriptionThe Patient-Specific Instrumentation system from Zimmer is a custom-jig system for total knee replacement. The system is compatible with the NexGen Complete Knee Solutions and the Gender Solutions Natural Knee Flex systems. Preoperative planning is performed using MRI data. The jigs are...
read full descriptionThe Pathway PV Atherectomy System from Pathway Medical Technologies ltd. is a rotational atherectomy system with aspiration capabilities designed for use in the treatment of peripheral artery disease. The Pathway PV System incorporates a 2.1 mm diameter cutting catheter tip attached to a control...
read full descriptionThe Passeo family of high performance, low profile balloons provides the best solution to all your workhorse and extremely challenging PTA angioplasties.
read full descriptionHydrophobic patchwork coated balloon ensures a smooth crossing through tortuous vessels and across high grade stenosis whilst minimising the risk of slippage during inflation experienced using hydrophilic coated balloons. Infrapopliteal angioplasty literature on PubMed
read full descriptionBiotronik's Passeo-18 Lux dr ug releasing balloon, indicated for lower limb arteries gained the CE mark in January 2014. The device is clinically proven to reduce Late Lumen Loss (LLL) and Target Lesion Revascularization (TLR). It has a low profile, highly deliverable Passeo-18 platform...
read full descriptionThis device uses non focussed ultrasound to generate frictional heating in soft tissues and nerve damage at depth. The ultrasound transducer is in a low pressure balloon which, according to the manufacturer, is said to help centre the device within the vessel. The balloon enables cooled fluid to...
read full descriptionThe Parachute catheter based partitioning device from Cardiokinetix is designed for the treatment of patients who have developed ischemic heart failure following a heart attack. The Parachute consists of a fluoropolymer (ePTFE) membrane stretched over a nitinol frame and is deployed within the...
read full descriptionThe Palamix system from Heraeus is a vacuum cement mixing system that is optimized for the mixing of Palacos cement. A modified version of the system was introduced in 2011 which has an l-shaped tab for locking of the cap of the device.
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