The Introducer Femoral Sheath is a reliable vascular access device designed for femoral artery entry during interventional cardiology, radiology, and endovascular procedures. It provides smooth insertion, secure hemostasis, and compatibility with a wide range of interventional devices.
Key Features:
Hydrophilic coating for easy insertion and reduced vessel trauma
Flexible, kink-resistant shaft for optimal performance
Hemostatic valve to minimize blood loss
Smooth dilator-to-sheath transition for atraumatic vascular access
Radiopaque markers for accurate positioning
Color-coded hub for quick size identification
Available Sizes:
4F, 5F, 6F, 7F, 8F, 9F
Sheath lengths: 10 cm – 25 cm
Inner and outer diameters designed for safe device passage
Applications:
Femoral artery access for angiography
Endovascular interventions
PCI (Percutaneous Coronary Intervention)
Peripheral vascular procedures
Packaging:
Sterile, single-use only
Individually packed, EO sterilized
Why It Is Used (Clinical Purpose):
Provides safe vascular entry for diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Enables multiple catheter exchanges without repeated vessel puncture.
Maintains hemostasis and reduces risk of bleeding complications.
Commonly used in:
Coronary angiography
Angioplasty (PCI)
Peripheral vascular procedures
Structural heart interventions (for larger sheath sizes, e.g., TAVI, EVAR)
Technical Specifications (Typical):
| Size (French – F) | Inner Diameter (ID) | Outer Diameter (OD) | Common Lengths | Typical Use | Expiry (Shelf Life) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4F | ~1.3 mm | ~1.7 mm | 7 cm | Small radial arteries, diagnostic angiography | 3–5 years (sterile) |
| 5F | ~1.6 mm | ~2.0 mm | 7–10 cm | Standard diagnostic angiography, some PCI | 3–5 years (sterile) |
| 6F | ~2.0 mm | ~2.4 mm | 7–10 cm | Most common for PCI (angioplasty, stenting) | 3–5 years (sterile) |
| 7F | ~2.3 mm | ~2.7 mm | 11–25 cm | Complex PCI, large device interventions | 3–5 years (sterile) |
| 8F | ~2.7 mm | ~3.0 mm | 11–25 cm | Large-bore catheters, TAVI, EVAR, femoral access | 3–5 years (sterile) |
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