Walrus
The balloon guide catheter specifically designed for stroke patients. Designed specifically to eliminate once and for all the technological constraints of other variable-stiffness balloon catheters used in stroke patients.
A major breakthrough in balloon guide catheter technology.
The revolutionary 0.087-inch inner diameter and 8F+ (OD) facilitates insertion and guidance of an intravascular catheter for clot removal. The unique design provides proximal support while maintaining distal flexibility. In short, it combines flow control, tracking, support, and access in a revolutionary solution.
0.110” OD
Despite the large inner diameter, the outer diameter is small enough to fit most 8F conduits, making it suitable to accommodate industry-leading locking devices.
0.087" ID
It can hold industry-leading wide-lumen catheters, maximizing clot capture in the most complex therapies.
11.1mm
The polyurethane balloon is designed to conform to the vessel wall for proximal flow control.
Dimensions
The inner diameter of 0.087 inch, far exceeds other balloon guide catheters. The large but highly tractable size gives it particular effectiveness in supporting mechanical thrombectomy.
- Suitable for current market-leading catheters
- Improved delivery for even the most complex therapies
Expansion
The balloon component is designed for improved performance and compliance. Not only is it highly reliable in the face of critical clots, but it adapts to the environment so that it can meet the needs of clinicians from start to finish.
- Diameter up to 11.1 mm designed to conform to the vessel wall for proximal flow control
- Dual distal radiopaque markers to allow visibility under fluoroscopy
Flexion
With its knot-resistant construction, it is designed to flex and move. It can be twisted through the most demanding neurovascular procedures while staying on track thanks to its monolithic wall and material transitions.
- Proximal support while maintaining distal flexibility
- Optimal traceability and support
The structure in detail
With a usable length of 95 centimeters, an inner diameter of 0.087 inches, and an 11.1 mm compliant balloon, this system is designed to provide trackability and support.
Measurements
Outer Diameter (OD)
0.110 in (2.79 mm)
French Designation (OD)
8F+
Internal Diameter (ID)
0.087 in (2,21 mm)
Tip Shape
Straight
Usable Length
90 cm, 95 cm
Guidewire Compatability
0.035-0.038 in
Maximum Balloon Diameter
11.1 mm
