InQwire® DIAGNOSTIC GUIDEWIRE

InQwire® diagnostic guide wires are precoated with PTFE over the entire wire surface for smooth, consistent coverage that resists flaking. Less friction means increased trackability, lubricity, and durability. Its precise J-tip memory does not require reloading the J straightener and the tight guide wire tolerances ensure catheter and sheath compatibility. The InQwire is also available with heparin coating to minimize clot formation. 

Benefits of Pre-coating 

· Smooth surface 

· Less friction – increased tracking 

· Consistent performance 

Safety 

· Reduction of blood clot formation and adherence 

· Resists flaking of PTFE coating 

Increased lubricity 

· Better catheter compatibility 

Improved durability 

· Consistent performance after multiple catheter exchanges 

· Insertion force 

· Less force required for wire passage through catheters – aids in wire stability and positioning 

Heparin coated wires 

· Available in new configuration. 

· May help minimize the likelihood of blood clot formation on the guide wire 

Size

· 0.035, 0.021, 0.018

Excellent Transition 

· Help facilitate smooth insertion into vessel.

Snap Fit Dilator

· Eliminates slipping during insertion. Easy to grasp surface with an audible snap. 

Color-Coded Hubs 

· Match standard French sizing for easy identification. 

Rotating Suture Ring 

· Rotates around device. Smooth surface. Large suture opening. 

Three-Way Stopcock 

· Easy to grip handle facilitates flush and aspiration. 

Holster 

· Keeps all components secure, especially the guide wire. Components can be flushed while in the holster. All Prelude Sheaths are packaged in the holster. 

Guide Wire Options 

· Multiple guide wire options to meet your procedural needs. All 0.035” (0.89mm) and 0.038” (0.97mm) guide wires are stainless steel, double ended (3mmJ and straight floppy).   

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.

Nylon Material

· Kink resistant

· Optimal surface smoothness

· Thermal stability at body temperature

· Thin wall design for improved flow rate

Wire Braid Design

· Greater torque for maximum control

· Improved longitudinal stability

· High degree of maneuverability

· Provides superior pushability

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

Inner Lumen Sizes

· 4F 0.042″ (1.07 mm)

· 5F 0.046″ (1.17 mm)

· 5F 0.052″ (1.32 mm) high flow

· 6F 0.054″ (1.37 mm)

· 6F 0.059″ (1.49 mm) high flow

· Superior guide wire trackability

Merit’s advanced braiding technology and proprietary polymer-blend shaft materials allow for an increase in lumen size while maintaining the exceptional backup support afforded by the Concierge product line.

In an independent survey, approximately 40% of Interventional Cardiologists stated that their current guiding catheter does not meet their needs for Kink Resistance. Over 80%stated that either Backup Support or an Atraumatic Tip was the most important feature of a guiding catheter.  

Kink Resistance 

· The Concierge has approximately 30% more kink resistance than the leading brands, facilitating the advancement and withdrawal of interventional devices.

Backup Support

· The Concierge provides reliable backup support with proprietary nylon blend shaft material and wire braid technology giving you the ability to advance balloons and stents to the diseased artery without losing shaft strength. 

1:1 Torque 

· The Concierge demonstrates excellent 1:1 torque response, promoting quicker catheter seating with less whipping. 

Atraumatic Tip 

· The Concierge has one of the softest, most radiused tips for safer tracking and seating so physicians of all experience levels can navigate challenging anatomy with confidence 

Merit Medical’s hemostasis portfolio includes compression devices that allow you to achieve controlled hemostasis accurately, quickly, and comfortably. You get enhanced visibility and control while providing your patients with improved comfort. Features include easy inflation and deflation, a low profile, hypoallergenic design, and focused compression.  
 

· PreludeSYNC™ Radial Compression Device

· PreludeSYNC DISTAL™

· SafeGuard® Pressure Assisted Device (Femoral)

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