Address challenging calcium without compromising. Shockwave Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) simplifies the treatment of calcium via a unique mechanism of action (MOA) on an intuitive …

Jul 17, 2020 · The IVL balloon-catheter system includes miniaturized and arrayed lithotripters that are integrated into a semi-compliant balloon filled with a mixture of contrast and saline (Figure 1).

Shockwave peripheral IVL can help treat these calcium deposits through its unique MOA, which produces sonic pressure waves that safely fracture calcium in the artery wall and restore blood …

Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) followed by drug-coated balloon (DCB) angioplasty might be a valuable alternative to surgery for calcified common femoral artery (CFA) atherosclerotic …

After IVL, balloon angioplasty of the entire SFA was performed using a 5- X 240-mm Jade noncompliant balloon (Abbott, manufactured by OrbusNeich) . Completion angiography …

Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) is a new technology consisting of a balloon-based system with miniaturized lithotripsy emitters that create a localised field effect to crack calcium in the …

The Shockwave C2 Catheter is a proprietary lithotripsy device delivered through the coronary arterial system of the heart to the site of an otherwise difficult to treat calcified stenosis,...

Aug 8, 2023 · Intravascular imaging plays an invaluable role in the accurate balloon size selection and evaluation of calcium morphology.

Aug 15, 2024 · Fortunately, a number of balloon-assisted technologies are available to aid in the management of coronary calcification before stenting. These include non-compliant (NC) …

Jun 1, 2023 · IVL is a novel, facile technology to modify coronary calcification that is associated with a low risk for intra-procedural complications. It can be used upfront or as a bailout in …