Performa® Diagnostic Cardiology Catheters
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Improved Shaft Strength
Merit Medical’s Performa® diagnostic cardiology catheter is designed with improved shaft strength for better pushability and torque. Nylon Pebax® material gives the Performa improved kink resistance. Its flat-wire braid design offers greater stability and increased torque. A large inner lumen enables increased flow rates. The Performa’s winged polycarbonate hub offers enhanced handling and control. The radiopaque tip allows shaft visualization under fluoroscopy and ensures accurate placement.
Features & Benefits
Nylon Material
- Kink resistant
- Optimal surface smoothness
- Thermal stability at body temperature
- Thin wall design for improved flow rate
Radiopacity
- Good shaft visualization under fluoroscopy
- Tip opacity ensures accurate placement and visualization
Winged Polycarbonate Hub
- Enhanced handling and control
Wire Braid Design
- Greater torque for maximum control
- Improved longitudinal stability
- High degree of maneuverability
- Provides superior pushability
Tip Designs
- Excellent tip memory
- Re-forms accurately time after time
Bumper Tip
- Added softness to the 4F Performa catheter line for patient safety
Flat Wire Braid
- Increased Torque
- Greater stability
- Excellent kink resistance
4F Performa Catheter Line
- Accepts 0.038″ (0.97 mm) guide wire for physician convenience
- Bumper tip softness added for safe placement of tip into ostium
- Large inner diameter 0.042″ (1.07 mm) provides excellent flow rates
Strain Relief
- Increased strength at catheter/hub interface
- Color coded for easy identification
*Pebax® is a registered trademark of Arkema, Inc.
Documents
Discover more about the Performa® Diagnostic Cardiology Catheters by reviewing the brochures and Instructions for Use.
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