Balloons
Gateway PTA Balloon Catheter
Indications for Use
The Gateway PTA Balloon Catheter is indicated for balloon dilation of the stenotic portion of intracranial arteries prior to stenting for the purpose of improving intracranial perfusion.
Key Specifications
- Over-the-wire co-axial catheter design
- Balloon located near distal tip
- Outer lumen for balloon inflation
- Inner wire lumen compatible with guidewires ≤ 0.014 in./0.36 mm
- Balloon provides inflatable segment of known diameter and length at recommended pressures
- Exterior coated with BIOSLIDE, a hydrophilic surface to reduce friction
- Tapered tip for advancement through stenosis
- Radiopaque marker bands for fluoroscopic placement
- Proximal Luer-lock side port connected to outer lumen
- Wire lumen port for neurovascular guidewires
- Available balloon diameters: 1.50 mm, 2.00 mm, 2.25 mm, 2.50 mm, 2.75 mm, 3.00 mm, 3.25 mm, 3.50 mm, 3.75 mm, 4.00 mm
- Rated burst pressures vary by size (e.g., 2.19 atm for 2.00 mm at 12 atm, up to 4.05 atm for 3.75 mm at 12 atm)
- Compatible with guide catheters having minimum ID of 0.064 in./1.63 mm
- Usable length supports neurovascular advancement for intracranial artery dilation
Description
The Gateway PTA Balloon Catheter is an over-the-wire co-axial catheter with a balloon near the distal tip, designed for dilating stenotic portions of intracranial arteries. It features an outer lumen for balloon inflation, a wire lumen for guidewires ≤ 0.014 in./0.36 mm, a hydrophilic BIOSLIDE coating, tapered tip, radiopaque marker bands, and proximal Luer-lock ports.