Z-5™
Atrioseptostomy
catheter
Catheter
Characteristics
The NuMED Z-5™ Atrioseptostomy
catheter is
engineered for maximum steering and tracking. The dual lumen shaft
design provides pushability,
coupled with exceptional pull strength.
This new innovation in Atrioseptostomy catheter design is of potential
importance in patients who are subject to a small left atrium and in
small neonates with congenital heart disease requiring Atrioseptostomy.
Radiopaque
Catheter Body &
Balloon Image Marker
The NuMED Z-5™ Atrioseptostomy
catheter body is Radiopaque to facilitate reliable positioning of the
catheter. A platinum image marker band is placed under the balloon for
clear identification under fluoroscopy.
Micro-Thin Non-Compliant Balloon
The NuMED Z-5™ Atrioseptostomy
balloon is micro-thin for low deflated profile that maintains tip
flexibility. The Inflation of the balloon is controlled by volume. (see
volumetric chart-Instructions for Use)
Reduced Balloon
Size
The reduced inflated
balloon size should make Atrioseptostomy easier to perform on neonates with a
small left atrium.
Tip Angulation
The tip of the catheter is
angled at 35o to facilitate passage into the left atrium.
Inner Lumen
The NuMED Z-5™ Atrioseptostomy
catheter has an inner lumen. The catheter end hole can accommodate a
guidewire.
Z-5™ Specifications
|
Balloon
Diameter
(MM) |
Balloon
Length
(CM) |
Introducer
Size
(FR) |
Shaft
Size
(FR) |
Usable
Length (CM) |
Guide
Wire
(Inches) |
Maximum
Volume
(CC) |
Catalog
No. |
|
9.5 |
0.95 |
5 |
4 |
50 |
0.014 |
1 |
SPT002 |
|
13.5 |
1.35 |
6 |
5 |
50 |
0.021 |
2 |
SPT003 |
Available to U.S. Customers through
your B. Braun Interventional Systems Sales Representative or
1-877-836-2228.
Reference:
Z.Hijazi. R.Geggel. M.Aronovitz. G.Marx, J.Rhodes, D.Fulton.
"A new low profile balloon atrial septostomy catheter. Initial
animal and clinical experience."
The Journal of Invasive
Cardiology Vol.6, No. 6 July/August 1994
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