The biopearl from terumo is said to be the worlds first resorbable drug eluting microsphere. The idea is to deliver the drug to the TACE target lesion then allow gradual restoration of blood flow to allow repeated lesion access. They are compatible with doxorubicin, epirubicin and...

This biodegradeable stent from Q3 Medical is said to have the advantages of a metal stent but will biodegrade meaning it is non permanent. They state it has minimal recoil and shortening and the stricture does not require prior preparation. The stent comes in 8 and 10mm diameters and can be...

 The COVERA™ Vascular Covered Stent is a flexible, self-expanding endoprosthesis comprised of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) encapsulating a nitinol (nickel-titanium) stent framework. The inner lumen of the covered stent (blood contacting surface) is carbon impregnated. The...

 Intended for use in angiographic procedures by physicians trained and experienced in angiographic techniques. Standard techniques for placement of vascular access sheaths, angiographic catheters and wire guides should be employed.

This 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...