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hi-torque balance iniversal guide wire with hydrocoat hydrophilic coating
Guidant
Summary: The Hi-Torque Balance Universal Guide Wire with Hydrocoat hydrophilic coating is a medical device used in interventional procedures to facilitate the placement of catheters. It is primarily used by interventional cardiologists and radiologists.
FDA Clearance Information
Pathway
510K
Number
K031678 ↗
Decision Date
August 26, 2003
Product Code
DQX
Device Class
Class 2
Evidence
419 studies
The Hi-Torque Balance Universal Guide Wire was cleared through the FDA 510(k) pathway on August 26, 2003. Manufactured by Guidant, it is classified as a Class 2 device under product code DQX.
What It Is
The Hi-Torque Balance Universal Guide Wire is a specialized guide wire featuring a hydrophilic coating known as Hydrocoat, which enhances its maneuverability through blood vessels. This device is designed to assist in the navigation and placement of catheters during interventional procedures, providing support and stability. The hydrophilic coating reduces friction, allowing for smoother passage through tortuous anatomy.
Clinical Applications
This guide wire is commonly used in interventional cardiology and radiology for procedures such as angioplasty and embolization. It is particularly useful in navigating complex vascular pathways and is employed in both coronary and peripheral interventions. The device is suitable for use in hospitals and specialized clinics, catering to patients requiring minimally invasive vascular procedures.
Indications for Use
The FDA indications for this device include its use in facilitating the placement of catheters during procedures that involve liquid embolization agents. It is intended for patients requiring vascular interventions where precise catheter placement is critical.
Practical Considerations
The Hi-Torque Balance Universal Guide Wire typically comes in various lengths and diameters to accommodate different procedural needs. It is compatible with a range of catheters and should be selected based on the specific vascular anatomy and procedural requirements. Proper technique is essential to maximize the benefits of the hydrophilic coating.
Linked Studies (20)
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Onyx Liquid Embolic Agent: Basic Knowledge for Its Use in Interventional Neuroradiology.
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Clinical progress note: Haemophilus influenzae type b.
Journal of hospital medicine
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Pilot study of social media promotion of home-based self-testing for syphilis.
Sexually transmitted diseases
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Clinical development and performance of the First to Know Syphilis Self-Test for over-the-counter usage: a de novo rapid test for treponemal antibody.
Journal of clinical microbiology
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Implementation of an Opt-Out and Rapid Point-of-Care Syphilis Testing Program for Pregnant Patients Presenting to the Emergency Department.
Sexually transmitted diseases
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Evaluation of Rapid Syphilis Testing Using the Syphilis Health Check in Florida, 2015-2016.
Florida public health review
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Multiplex droplet digital PCR for the detection and quantitation of Streptococcus pneumoniae, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae.
Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology
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Palm Multidiagnostic of Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Chlamydia pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Streptococcus pneumoniae Using One-Tube CRISPR/Cas12a.
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Tp40: a new potential prognostic and diagnostic marker for syphilis.
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Serotonin sets up neutrophil extracellular traps to promote neuroendocrine prostate cancer metastasis in the liver.
The Journal of clinical investigation
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Application value of Philips Ingenuity TF PET/CT scanner imaging agent FAP in evaluating renal fibrosis.
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PubMed • 2025
Improved patient comfort and procedural efficiency using chlorhexidine-coated hydrophilic urethral catheters: a randomized controlled trial.
Journal of Yeungnam medical science
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pTx-Pulseq in hybrid sequences: Accessible and advanced hybrid open-source MRI sequences on Philips scanners.
Magnetic resonance in medicine
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PubMed • 2025
Comparative connectomics of Drosophila descending and ascending neurons.
Nature
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PubMed • 2025
Hydrophilic-coated sheaths for reducing radial artery spasm during transradial procedures: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Interventional neuroradiology : journal of peritherapeutic neuroradiology, surgical procedures and related neurosciences
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PubMed • 2025
History of antineutrophil cytoplasmic autoantibodies : Milestones in rheumatology.
Zeitschrift fur Rheumatologie
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A Hydrophilic Polyurethane Foam Containing Nigella sativa Oil as a Wound Dressing.
BioMed research international
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hi-Torque Balance Universal Guide Wire used for?
It is used to facilitate the placement of catheters during interventional procedures, particularly in vascular interventions.
What specialties typically use this device?
Interventional cardiologists and radiologists commonly use this device in their procedures.
What are the FDA-cleared indications?
The device is indicated for use in procedures involving liquid embolization agents, assisting in catheter placement.
Disclaimer: This page compiles publicly available regulatory and published clinical evidence for educational reference.
It does not constitute medical advice, product endorsement, or a recommendation for clinical use.
Always consult manufacturer documentation and clinical judgment for patient care decisions.