LINEAR® 7.5Fr. IAB Catheter

LINEAR® 7.5Fr. IAB Catheter

Features a proprietary IAB membrane and a 7.5Fr size.

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Overview

The LINEAR IAB features an innovative membrane and a 7.5 Fr. size. This reduced size enables clinicians to deliver counterpulsation therapy to a broader range of patients, including those with smaller peripheral vasculature.

Improved Sheath

Improved Sheath to Introducer Transition
Hemostasis Valve
Twist Lock Introducer Hub
Universal Color Coding for Size

Potential For Reduced Complications*

All balloon and catheter materials meet FDA and ISO biocompatibility guidelines for devices and materials. LINEAR 7.5 Fr. IAB catheters and insertion kits do not contain latex.

* Comparison of Outcomes After 8 vs. 9.5 French Size Intra-Aortic Balloon Counterpulsation Catheters Based on 9,332 Patients in the
Prospective Benchmark® Registry. Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions 56:200-206 (2002).

Reduced catheter cross-section area by 12% vs. 8 Fr.
Smaller catheter size has the potential to increase distal limb flow
Minimized size of arterial puncture

Membrane provides better performance*

Abrasion resistance improved by 43%
Immediate inflation at start-up
Improved fatigue resistance

* in vitro data on file

Faster Inflation Cycle Times

Faster gas shuttle performance allows support of rapid heart rates and arrhythmias
19% faster cycle time in 80° bend test method

T-Handle Protector for Balloon Membrane

Keeps the membrane tightly wrapped prior to insertion
Helps to handle catheter prior to insertion