Device Dossier
Ventricular Catheter with Bioglide - Catheter, neurological, ventricular
Device Dossier for Ventricular Catheter with Bioglide - Catheter, neurological, ventricular (Catheter, neurological, ventricular, Class III, sponsor…
- GMDN category: Catheter, neurological, ventricular
Intended purpose
A flexible tube that is surgically inserted through the skull and brain to access the cerebrospinal fluid-filled cavities of the brain (ventricles). This device is single-use.
Functional description
The Ventricular Catheter with Bioglide has an interior and exterior hydrophilic surface modification for enhanced lubricity and ease of insertion. The catheter is fabricated of translucent silicone elastomer tubing with a radiopaque stripe, and is resistant to catheter kinking and compression. A right angle clip is packaged with each catheter. A stainless steel stylet is packaged with each catheter.