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PowerWire™ Radiofrequency Guidewire
The PowerWire™ Radiofrequency (RF) Guidewire is
designed to assist you when your standard guidewire is
insufficient. The PowerWire™ RF Guidewire cuts through
occlusions by delivering radiofrequency energy. Delivered
radiofrequency energy vaporizes a channel through
occlusions with minimal trauma to surrounding tissue.
Additionally, mechanical force can also be applied with the
PowerWire™ RF Guidewire just as with a traditional
guidewire. Physicians have used the wire when treating
conditions associated with vascular occlusions and
obstructions.
Safe and easy use
- The distal five centimeters of the wire is softer than the body of the wire, ending at the rounded, radiopaque tip to prevent unwanted tissue damage.
- The stiff 0.035” body of the wire in combination with both straight and angled distal end configurations, allows for effective torqueability and steerability.
- The low-friction insulation on the wire provides lubricity for easy manipulation within vessels.
- Just like a guidewire, the PowerWire™ RF Guidewire allows for the loading and delivery of balloon catheters over its 250 cm long exchange length.
