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The Introducer Radial Sheath is a state-of-the-art vascular access device, specifically designed for use in interventional cardiology, diagnostic angiography, and endovascular therapeutic procedures. It acts as a conduit between the skin entry site and the radial artery lumen, enabling physicians to introduce and exchange catheters safely without causing significant vessel trauma.

This sheath is manufactured from biocompatible, medical-grade polymers with a thin-walled construction, which allows a larger inner diameter (ID) without increasing the outer diameter (OD). This ensures smooth catheter passage while minimizing arterial dilation and patient discomfort.

Its hydrophilic coating significantly reduces friction during insertion and withdrawal, improving procedural efficiency and patient tolerance. The integrated hemostasis valve prevents blood leakage while allowing multiple catheter exchanges. The device also comes with a tapered dilator that ensures gentle radial artery entry and reduces the risk of spasm.

Key Features:

• Material: Soft, biocompatible polymer with thin-wall design for enhanced patient safety.

• Hydrophilic Coating: Provides superior lubricity for easy insertion and removal.

• Hemostasis Valve: Prevents blood leakage during device manipulation.

• Radiopaque Marker: Ensures accurate positioning under fluoroscopy.

• Tapered Dilator Tip: Minimizes vessel trauma during sheath insertion.

• Ergonomic Hub Design: Provides better handling and secure fixation during procedures.

• Size Range: Available in multiple French (F) sizes and lengths, suitable for a variety of diagnostic and interventional catheters.

Why It Is Used (Purpose):

The Introducer Radial Sheath is primarily used to establish and maintain a stable arterial access route in coronary and peripheral interventions. Instead of inserting catheters directly into the radial artery (which increases the risk of trauma and bleeding), the sheath provides a protective barrier between the vessel and the catheters.

Clinical Benefits & Purpose of Use:

• Ensures safe and controlled access to the radial artery during coronary angiography and PCI (Percutaneous Coronary Intervention).

• Reduces the risk of arterial dissection, vessel trauma, and radial spasm compared to direct catheter insertion.

• Maintains hemostasis and prevents uncontrolled bleeding with its built-in valve system.

• Allows multiple catheter exchanges during a single procedure without repeatedly puncturing the artery.

• Improves patient comfort by reducing pain, minimizing complications, and enabling early ambulation (radial access allows patients to walk soon after the procedure, unlike femoral access).

• Provides higher procedural safety as radial access is associated with fewer vascular complications than femoral access.