Product Description
| Brand | Abbott |
| Wire Diameter | 0.018 in |
| Tip Shape | Straight |
| CAT No | 1013753 |
| Wire Length | 300 cm |
Hi-Torque Guide Wire is intended to facilitate the placement of balloon dilatation catheters during percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA), in arteries such as the femoral, popliteal and infra-popliteal arteries. This guide wire may also be used with compatible stent devices during therapeutic procedures.
Superior Performance in Peripheral Vascular InterventionsEngineered for high steerability and torque response, the Abbott Hi-Torque Command 18 LT ensures clinicians can reliably navigate complex vascular anatomy. The shapeable and flexible tip, combined with kink-resistant construction, allows safe passage through challenging lesions with remarkable accuracy.
Innovative Hydrophilic Coating for Smooth NavigationA hydrophilic polymer-coated distal segment dramatically reduces friction, enhancing the wires lubricity as it interacts with vessel walls and lesions. This design greatly improves ease of use and minimizes potential trauma during complex endovascular procedures.
Precision and Visibility Under FluoroscopyFeaturing a radiopaque tip, the guide wire delivers outstanding fluoroscopic visibility. Clinicians can confidently position and manipulate the wire under real-time imaging, ensuring precise advancement and access throughout the procedure.
FAQs of Abbott Hi-Torque Command 18 LT Guide Wires:
Q: How is the Abbott Hi-Torque Command 18 LT guide wire used during peripheral vascular procedures?
A: This guide wire is utilized to navigate through blood vessels, cross lesions, or provide access for other interventional devices during peripheral vascular procedures, offering precise maneuverability and support.
Q: What are the key benefits of the hydrophilic polymer-coated distal segment?
A: The hydrophilic coating significantly reduces friction, enabling smooth vessel access and passage through lesions while minimizing vessel trauma and improving procedural efficiency.
Q: When is this guide wire suitable for use?
A: It is suitable for single-use peripheral vascular interventions, particularly in situations that require high steerability, torque control, and visibility during navigation and lesion crossing.
Q: Where should the Abbott Hi-Torque Command 18 LT guide wire be stored when not in use?
A: Store the sealed, sterile guide wire in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight to maintain its integrity and extend its shelf life.
Q: What makes the product compatible with peripheral interventions involving 0.018" device systems?
A: With its 0.018-inch (0.46 mm) diameter and 180 cm length, the guide wire integrates seamlessly with compatible device systems, facilitating versatile use across various peripheral interventions.
Q: What process ensures the sterility of each guide wire?
A: Each individual product is EO gas sterilized and packaged in a peel-open pouch, maintaining strict sterility standards required for medical devices.
Q: What is the main advantage of the radiopaque tip during procedures?
A: The radiopaque tip enhances fluoroscopic visualization, allowing practitioners to precisely monitor and control the guide wires position under imaging, improving overall procedural accuracy.