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Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheters


Arrow FiberOptix Sensor Technology

The world's first fiber-optic IAB catheter.

  • Designed to capture and transmit the high-fidelity AP signal at the speed of light
  • Backup safety for AP signal: If required, the FiberOptix Technology can be used as a traditional fluid-filled catheter
  • Abrasion-resistant: The Cardiothane II Membrane offers a unique design of abrasion resistant material with hydrophilic coating
  • Universal design: Sheathed or sheathless insertion options; optional hemostasis device for post-insertion bleeding control
  • Works with unique components of the AutoCAT2WAVE and AC3 Optimus IABPs to deliver ProActive CounterPulsation Technology

Fluid-Filled Catheters

UltraFlex 7.5 Catheter

  • Kink-resistant, wire-reinforced catheter body
  • The smallest wire-reinforced 30 and 40 cc IAB catheter currently available
  • Designed to maximise arterial blood flow and help reduce limb ischemia due to 7.5 Fr. catheter size

Ultra 8 Catheter

  • Fits through 8 Fr. sheath
  • Large 0.027” central lumen design
  • Soft, atraumatic blue bumper tip

RediGuard Catheter

  • Flexible, soft catheter design
  • Smallest IAB catheter currently available - 7 Fr. 30 cc
  • Wide range of IAB catheters from 30 to 50 cc

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The Arrow IAB is utilised for intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation therapy in the aorta, whereby balloon inflation, during diastole and deflation, during systole increases blood supply to the heart muscle and decreases work of the left ventricle.

The StatLock Device is a stabilisation device for Arrow Interventional adult IAB catheters only.

Refer to the Instructions for Use for a complete listing of the indications, contraindications, warnings and precautions. Information in this material is not a substitute for the product Instructions for Use. Not all products are available in all regions. Please contact customer service to confirm availability in your region. StatLock is a trademark or registered trademark of C.R. Bard, Inc.
Teleflex, the Teleflex logo, Arrow, AC3 Optimus, AERO, AutoCAT, AutoCAT2WAVE, AutoPilot, Cardiothane, FiberOptix, FlexLearning, and WAVE are trademarks or registered trademarks of Teleflex Incorporated or its affiliates, in the U.S. and/or other countries.