Possis' new AngioJet catheter tackles chronic clots
This article was originally published in Clinica
Executive Summary
Possis Medical has gained US go-ahead to sell a new version of its AngioJet catheter that can remove chronic clots more efficiently in larger vessels. The 6Fr DVX peripheral catheter can be used to break apart and remove thrombus from leg arteries greater than or equal to 3mm in diameter. It features a redesigned tip that creates an enhanced and enlarged circulation pattern, resulting in significantly higher thrombus removal rates, explained Possis. The Minneapolis, Minnesota firm said that as the company moved forward to explore the potential treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis in fiscal 2006, it is likely that the DVX catheter would be the "preferred investigational device for any clinical studies".