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Summary: The Penumbra System Jet 7 Reperfusion Catheter with Xtra Flex Technology is a medical device used for mechanical thrombectomy in venous systems. It is primarily used by interventional radiologists and neurologists to remove clots in patients with stroke.

FDA Clearance Information

Pathway 510K
Decision Date August 31, 2020
Product Code NRY
Device Class Class 2
Evidence 15 studies

The Penumbra System Jet 7 Reperfusion Catheter was cleared through the FDA 510(k) pathway on August 31, 2020. Manufactured by Penumbra, it is a Class 2 device under product code NRY.

What It Is

The Penumbra System Jet 7 Reperfusion Catheter with Xtra Flex Technology is designed for aspiration thrombectomy, a procedure to remove blood clots from the vascular system. It utilizes a flexible catheter to navigate the vascular system and apply suction to remove clots. This device is particularly noted for its enhanced flexibility, allowing for improved navigation in challenging vascular anatomy.

Clinical Applications

This device is commonly used in the treatment of acute ischemic stroke, where rapid removal of a thrombus is critical to restoring blood flow to the brain. It is typically employed in hospital settings, particularly in stroke centers, by specialists such as interventional radiologists and neurologists. The device is suitable for patients presenting with large vessel occlusions and is part of the standard care in mechanical thrombectomy procedures.

Indications for Use

The FDA indications for the Penumbra System Jet 7 Reperfusion Catheter include its use in mechanical thrombectomy procedures to remove clots from the venous system. It is intended for patients experiencing conditions such as acute ischemic stroke where clot removal is necessary to restore blood flow.

Practical Considerations

The catheter comes in various sizes to accommodate different patient anatomies and is compatible with standard aspiration pump systems. Clinicians should be aware of the device's flexibility, which aids in navigating tortuous vessels, and ensure proper technique to maximize clot retrieval efficiency.

Related Literature

The linked study compared vacuum pressures and suction forces of different pump systems used in aspiration thrombectomy. It found variations in the performance of different systems, highlighting the importance of selecting an appropriate pump to optimize clot removal. However, the study was limited by its focus on in vitro conditions, which may not fully replicate clinical scenarios.

Linked Studies (15)

PubMed • 2026

First-Pass Effect With Aspiration Thrombectomy With the Penumbra System in Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Core Laboratory-Adjudicated Subset Analysis of the COMPLETE Registry.

Stroke (Hoboken, N.J.)

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PubMed • 2023

Aspiration thrombectomy with the Penumbra System for patients with stroke and late onset to treatment: a subset analysis of the COMPLETE registry.

Frontiers in neurology

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PubMed • 2022

Endovascular Treatment of Acute Ischemic Stroke With the Penumbra System in Routine Practice: COMPLETE Registry Results.

Stroke

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PubMed • 2019

Efficacy of a coaxial system with a compliant balloon catheter for navigation of the Penumbra reperfusion catheter in tortuous arteries: technique and case experience.

Journal of neurosurgery

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PubMed • 2018

Unilateral Acute Renal Artery Embolism: An Index Case of Successful Mechanical Aspiration Thrombectomy With Use of Penumbra Indigo Aspiration System and a Review of the Literature.

Vascular and endovascular surgery

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PubMed • 2017

Efficiency of the Penumbra 5MAX ACE Reperfusion Catheter in Acute Ischemic Stroke Patients.

Journal of stroke and cerebrovascular diseases : the official journal of National Stroke Association

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PubMed • 2015

Mechanical thrombectomy with the penumbra 3D separator and lesional aspiration: technical feasibility and clinical outcome.

Clinical neuroradiology

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PubMed • 2015

Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis: Successful Treatment of Two Patients Using the Penumbra System and Review of Endovascular Approaches.

The neuroradiology journal

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PubMed • 2012

Rescue forced-suction thrombectomy using the reperfusion catheter of the Penumbra System for thromboembolism during coil embolization of ruptured cerebral aneurysms.

Neurosurgery

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PubMed • 2012

The Penumbra system for mechanical thrombectomy in endovascular acute ischemic stroke therapy.

Neurology

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PubMed • 2011

Direct thrombus retrieval using the reperfusion catheter of the penumbra system: forced-suction thrombectomy in acute ischemic stroke.

AJNR. American journal of neuroradiology

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ClinicalTrials.gov

COMPLETE: International Acute Ischemic Stroke Registry With the Penumbra System Aspiration Including the 3D Revascularization Device

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ClinicalTrials.gov

A Randomized, Concurrent Controlled Trial to Assess the Safety and Effectiveness of the Separator 3D as a Component of the Penumbra System in the Revascularization of Large Vessel Occlusion in Acute Ischemic Stroke

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ClinicalTrials.gov

European Registry on the ACE Reperfusion Catheters and the Penumbra System in the Treatment of Acute Ischemic Stroke

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ClinicalTrials.gov

LOTUS: Global Acute Stroke Study Utilizing Penumbra System

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Penumbra System Jet 7 Reperfusion Catheter used for?

It is used for mechanical thrombectomy to remove blood clots in patients with acute ischemic stroke.

What specialties typically use this device?

Interventional radiologists and neurologists primarily use this device in stroke centers and hospitals.

What are the FDA-cleared indications?

The device is indicated for use in mechanical thrombectomy procedures to remove clots from the venous system, particularly in cases of acute ischemic stroke.

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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