Vascular access catheter gains CE mark
Published date : 02 August 2012
Article date : 02 August 2012
Semprus BioSciences, a subsidiary of Teleflex, has received the CE mark for the Nylus peripherally inserted central catheter. The device uses a polymer designed to reduce the attachment of platelets and blood proteins at its surface. In-vitro and animal testing of the catheyer has shown to reduce platelet adhesion and thrombus accumulation.