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Prelude WAVE™ Hydrophilic Sheath Introducer with SnapFix™ Technology

Confidence With Every Access

The Prelude WAVE is designed for interventionalists who need a hydrophilic sheath introducer with best-in-class insertion and sheath retention1. The Prelude WAVE offers 2X the lubricity1, requires approximately 40% less insertion force1, and provides securement for sheaths with 2X the adhesive strength versus leading competitors1, so physicians can be confident and experience peace of mind by performing radial access procedures with less risk of arterial spasm2 and occlusion3.

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    Features & Benefits

    Thin-wall design with best-in-class insertion and sheath retention features*, so you can perform every access with confidence.

     

    Image: Prelude Wave Sheath Introducer with 3 callouts: 40% less insertion force; 2x resistance to buckling & kinking; 2x the lubricity

    40% Less Insertion Force

    Superior tapered dilator-to-sheath transitions and hydrophilic coating to improve patient comfort.

    2x Resistance to Buckling & Kinking

    Minimal wall thickness and tapered transitions reduce the risk of RAO and RA spasm.4

    2x the Lubricity

    A hydrophilic coating reduces the risk of RA spasm by 19%.2

    Compared to Terumo GlideSheath Slender®

     

     

    Image: SnapFix Securement Device with a grooved ring to securely hold the sheath introducer in placeSnapFix Technology

    Securement device use with a hydrophilic sheath can reduce sheath movement during multiple catheter exchanges.5

    • 2x the adhesive strength – compared to 3M™ Tegaderm™ Adhesive1
    • Grooved ring – included in kit to facilitate easy placement
    • Gentle on skin

     

     

    Multiple French Sizes

    Image: Animation showing the multiple French sizes available for the Prelude Wave, along with inner and outer diameters of each size

     

    REFERENCES

    1. Data on File.
    2. Zus et al. 2024. “Radial Artery Spasm—A Review on Incidence, Prevention and Treatment.” Diagnostics (Basal) 14, no 17 (Aug 29): 1897. doi: 10.3390/diagnostics14171897.
    3. Tsigkas et al. 2023. “Preventing and Managing Radial Artery Occlusion Following Transradial Procedures: Strategies and Considerations.” J Cardiovasc. Dev Dis. 10, no. 7 (Jun 30): 283. doi: 10.3390/jcdd10070283.
    4. Mason et al. 2018. “An Update on Radial Artery Access and Best Practices for Transradial Coronary Angiography and Intervention in Acute Coronary Syndrome: A Scientific Statement from the American Heart Association.” Cir Cardiovasc Interv 11, no. 9 (Sept): e000035. doi: 10.1161/HCV.0000000000000035.
    5. Kern et al. 2020. “Securing the Radial Sheath: An Update on a Pesky but Persistent Little Problem.” Cath Lab Digest (Nov).

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