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Indigo Medical

Summary: The Indigo Portable Laser System by Indigo Medical is a Class 2 medical device used for mechanical thrombectomy in venous applications. It is typically used by interventional radiologists and vascular surgeons.

FDA Clearance Information

Pathway 510K
Decision Date January 25, 1996
Product Code GEX
Device Class Class 2
Evidence 40 studies

The Indigo Portable Laser System was cleared through the FDA 510(k) pathway on January 25, 1996. It is manufactured by Indigo Medical and classified as a Class 2 device under product code GEX.

What It Is

The Indigo Portable Laser System is a medical device designed for mechanical thrombectomy procedures, specifically targeting venous thrombosis. It utilizes fiberoptic technology to deliver laser energy, aiding in the removal of thrombi from blood vessels. This system is portable, allowing for flexibility in various clinical settings.

Clinical Applications

This device is commonly used in procedures to treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and other venous occlusions. It is primarily utilized in hospital settings, particularly in interventional radiology suites and vascular surgery departments. The system is suitable for adult patients who present with venous thrombotic conditions requiring mechanical intervention.

Indications for Use

The FDA-cleared indications for the Indigo Portable Laser System include the removal of thrombi in venous vessels. It is intended for patients with conditions such as deep vein thrombosis where mechanical thrombectomy is deemed necessary.

Practical Considerations

The Indigo Portable Laser System is compatible with standard interventional radiology equipment and requires specific training for optimal use. Clinicians should consider the size of the vessels and the extent of thrombosis when selecting this device for a procedure.

Linked Studies (20)

PubMed • 2025

Randomized Controlled Trial of Mechanical Thrombectomy With Anticoagulation Versus Anticoagulation Alone for Acute Intermediate-High Risk Pulmonary Embolism: Primary Outcomes From the STORM-PE Trial.

Circulation

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PubMed • 2025

A New Technique for Mechanical Thrombectomy in Patients With Acute Pulmonary Embolism: A Case Series.

Catheterization and cardiovascular interventions : official journal of the Society for Cardiac Angiography & Interventions

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PubMed • 2025

Rescue catheter directed treatment for floating right atrial thrombi and deep vein thrombosis in patient with high-risk acute pulmonary embolism: a case report of multidisciplinary approach.

European heart journal. Case reports

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PubMed • 2025

Percutaneous vacuum-assisted tumor thrombectomy using angiovac and penumbra lightning 12 aspiration systems.

Radiology case reports

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PubMed • 2024

Safety and efficacy of mechanical aspiration thrombectomy for patients with acute lower extremity ischemia.

Journal of vascular surgery

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PubMed • 2024

Neuro-tracking catheter technology for coronary thrombus extraction: Indigo CAT RX Continuous Aspiration System - first use in Poland.

Postepy w kardiologii interwencyjnej = Advances in interventional cardiology

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PubMed • 2024

[Interventional therapy of pulmonary embolism - update].

Deutsche medizinische Wochenschrift (1946)

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PubMed • 2024

Super-Elderly Case of Acute Lower Limb Ischemia Treated with Indigo Aspiration System in Japan.

Annals of vascular diseases

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PubMed • 2024

Procedure-Related Mortality in Aspiration Thrombectomy for Pulmonary Embolism: A MAUDE Database Analysis of the Inari FlowTriever and Penumbra Indigo Systems.

Journal of endovascular therapy : an official journal of the International Society of Endovascular Specialists

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PubMed • 2024

Endovascular thrombectomy for cerebral venous sinus thrombosis using the Penumbra Indigo® Aspiration System.

Interventional neuroradiology : journal of peritherapeutic neuroradiology, surgical procedures and related neurosciences

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PubMed • 2024

Use of the Indigo CAT RX aspiration system during percutaneous coronary intervention.

Catheterization and cardiovascular interventions : official journal of the Society for Cardiac Angiography & Interventions

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PubMed • 2024

Anesthetic Management for Aspiration Thrombectomy Using the Penumbra Indigo System in Pediatric Patients with Congenital Heart Disease.

Journal of cardiothoracic and vascular anesthesia

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PubMed • 2024

Penumbra Indigo® system to safely remove intracardiac thrombus in a 7-month-old infant with severe immunodeficiency disorder.

Cardiology in the young

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PubMed • 2023

Case Report: Catheter-based mechanical thrombectomy using the Indigo aspiration system in a case of systemic-to-pulmonary shunt thrombosis.

Frontiers in pediatrics

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PubMed • 2023

Mechanical Venous Thrombectomy Using Indigo Aspiration System: A Case Report.

Cureus

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PubMed • 2023

Indigo® Aspiration System for thrombectomy in pulmonary embolism.

Future cardiology

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PubMed • 2023

Penumbra Indigo Percutaneous Aspiration Thrombectomy System in the treatment of Aortic Endograft Iliac Limb Occlusion: Results from an Italian Multicentre Registry.

European journal of vascular and endovascular surgery : the official journal of the European Society for Vascular Surgery

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PubMed • 2022

Aspiration Thrombectomy with the Indigo System for Acute Lower Limb Ischemia: Preliminary experience and analysis of parameters affecting the outcome.

Annals of vascular surgery

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PubMed • 2022

Complications and Failure Modes of the Penumbra Indigo CAT RX Aspiration System in Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: Insights From the MAUDE Database.

Cardiovascular revascularization medicine : including molecular interventions

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PubMed • 2022

Technical success and short-term results from mechanical thrombectomy for lower extremity iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis using a computer aided mechanical aspiration thrombectomy device.

Journal of vascular surgery. Venous and lymphatic disorders

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Indigo Portable Laser System used for?

It is used for mechanical thrombectomy in venous vessels, particularly for conditions like deep vein thrombosis.

What specialties typically use this device?

Interventional radiologists and vascular surgeons are the primary users of this device.

What are the FDA-cleared indications?

The device is indicated for the removal of thrombi in venous vessels, such as in cases of deep vein thrombosis.

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.

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