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Micro Therapeutics

Summary: The Mirage Hydrophilic Guidewire is a medical device used to navigate through blood vessels during procedures such as embolization. It is primarily used by interventional radiologists and vascular surgeons.

FDA Clearance Information

Pathway 510K
Decision Date August 3, 2000
Product Code DQX
Device Class Class 2
Evidence 419 studies

The Mirage Hydrophilic Guidewire, manufactured by Micro Therapeutics, was cleared by the FDA via the 510k pathway on August 3, 2000. It is a Class 2 device under product code DQX.

What It Is

The Mirage Hydrophilic Guidewire is a flexible, steerable wire with a hydrophilic coating that reduces friction, facilitating smooth navigation through the vascular system. It is designed to assist in the placement of catheters and other devices during minimally invasive procedures. The hydrophilic coating helps in traversing tortuous vessels and crossing lesions with ease.

Clinical Applications

This guidewire is commonly used in interventional radiology and vascular surgery for procedures such as embolization, where precise navigation through blood vessels is required. It is particularly useful in complex vascular anatomy and is employed in both diagnostic and therapeutic interventions. The device is suitable for use in hospitals and specialized clinics, often involving patients with vascular diseases or abnormalities.

Indications for Use

The FDA indications for the Mirage Hydrophilic Guidewire include its use in procedures requiring the navigation of blood vessels, such as embolization. It is intended for patients needing minimally invasive vascular interventions.

Practical Considerations

The Mirage Hydrophilic Guidewire typically comes in various lengths and diameters to suit different procedural needs. It is compatible with a range of catheters and is often chosen for its flexibility and ease of use in challenging vascular pathways. Clinicians should ensure compatibility with other devices used in the procedure.

Linked Studies (20)

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Onyx Liquid Embolic Agent: Basic Knowledge for Its Use in Interventional Neuroradiology.

Journal of neuroendovascular therapy

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Performance evaluation of quantitative hemoglobin A2 and fetal hemoglobin testing using commercially lyophilized vs. in-house whole blood controls in Chinese clinical laboratories: a 12-year analysis of National External Quality Assessment Data.

Clinical chemistry and laboratory medicine

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PubMed • 2025

Clinical progress note: Haemophilus influenzae type b.

Journal of hospital medicine

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PubMed • 2025

Pilot study of social media promotion of home-based self-testing for syphilis.

Sexually transmitted diseases

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PubMed • 2025

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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PubMed • 2025

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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PubMed • 2025

Evaluation of Rapid Syphilis Testing Using the Syphilis Health Check in Florida, 2015-2016.

Florida public health review

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PubMed • 2025

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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PubMed • 2025

Palm Multidiagnostic of Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Chlamydia pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Streptococcus pneumoniae Using One-Tube CRISPR/Cas12a.

Transboundary and emerging diseases

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PubMed • 2025

Tp40: a new potential prognostic and diagnostic marker for syphilis.

Microbiology spectrum

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PubMed • 2025

Serotonin sets up neutrophil extracellular traps to promote neuroendocrine prostate cancer metastasis in the liver.

The Journal of clinical investigation

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PubMed • 2025

Application value of Philips Ingenuity TF PET/CT scanner imaging agent FAP in evaluating renal fibrosis.

Hellenic journal of nuclear medicine

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PubMed • 2025

Message from Dr. Philippe T. Georgel, Guest Editor for the Marshall University Collection, Brad D. Smith, President of Marshall University, and Dr. Anivandan Mukherjee, Provost of Marshall University.

Biochemistry and cell biology = Biochimie et biologie cellulaire

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PubMed • 2025

Editorial - Philippe Ascher (1936-2022).

Neuroscience

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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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PubMed • 2025

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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PubMed • 2025

A Hydrophilic Polyurethane Foam Containing Nigella sativa Oil as a Wound Dressing.

BioMed research international

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mirage Hydrophilic Guidewire used for?

It is used to navigate through blood vessels during procedures like embolization, aiding in the placement of catheters and other devices.

What specialties typically use this device?

Interventional radiologists and vascular surgeons commonly use this device in their procedures.

What are the FDA-cleared indications?

The device is indicated for use in navigating blood vessels during minimally invasive procedures such as embolization.

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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