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silverstreak hydrophilic guidewire
Micro Therapeutics
Summary: The Silverstreak Hydrophilic Guidewire is a medical device used primarily for facilitating catheter placement in endovascular procedures. Key evidence highlights its role in reducing procedural complications.
FDA Clearance Information
Pathway
510K
Number
K982543 ↗
Decision Date
December 11, 1998
Product Code
DQX
Device Class
Class 2
Evidence
419 studies
The Silverstreak Hydrophilic Guidewire was cleared by the FDA through the 510(k) pathway on December 11, 1998. It is manufactured by Micro Therapeutics and classified as a Class 2 device.
What It Is
The Silverstreak Hydrophilic Guidewire is designed to assist in the navigation and placement of catheters within the vascular system. Its hydrophilic coating enhances maneuverability and reduces friction during endovascular procedures.
Clinical Applications
This guidewire is commonly used in neuroendovascular therapy, uterine artery embolization, and endoscopic retrograde cholangiography. It is particularly useful in scenarios requiring precise catheter placement in complex vascular anatomy.
Evidence Summary
The available literature includes a mix of study types such as RCTs, prospective, and retrospective studies, with a total of 10 studies reviewed. The studies range from 2022 to 2023, focusing on various clinical applications of hydrophilic guidewires.
Reported Outcomes
Published studies report that the use of hydrophilic guidewires, like the Silverstreak, can facilitate catheter advancement and improve procedural success rates in endovascular treatments. They are associated with reduced procedural time and improved access in challenging anatomical situations.
Safety Profile
Reported complications include the potential for polymer coating fragmentation, which may lead to embolic events. However, the overall incidence of serious adverse events is low, with most complications being manageable with standard clinical interventions.
Evidence Limitations
Current evidence is limited by the small sample sizes and the lack of long-term follow-up data in many studies. Further research is needed to fully understand the long-term safety and efficacy of hydrophilic guidewires in diverse patient populations.
Linked Studies (20)
PubMed • 2025
Onyx Liquid Embolic Agent: Basic Knowledge for Its Use in Interventional Neuroradiology.
Journal of neuroendovascular therapy
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2025
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
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2025
Clinical progress note: Haemophilus influenzae type b.
Journal of hospital medicine
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2025
Pilot study of social media promotion of home-based self-testing for syphilis.
Sexually transmitted diseases
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
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
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
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
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
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
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2025
Application value of Philips Ingenuity TF PET/CT scanner imaging agent FAP in evaluating renal fibrosis.
Hellenic journal of nuclear medicine
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
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
Improved patient comfort and procedural efficiency using chlorhexidine-coated hydrophilic urethral catheters: a randomized controlled trial.
Journal of Yeungnam medical science
RCT View Source →
PubMed • 2025
pTx-Pulseq in hybrid sequences: Accessible and advanced hybrid open-source MRI sequences on Philips scanners.
Magnetic resonance in medicine
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2025
Comparative connectomics of Drosophila descending and ascending neurons.
Nature
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
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
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →Frequently Asked Questions
What are the clinical indications for Silverstreak Hydrophilic Guidewire?
The guidewire is indicated for use in endovascular procedures requiring catheter placement, such as neuroendovascular therapy and uterine artery embolization.
What outcomes have been reported in clinical studies?
Studies have shown improved procedural success rates and reduced time for catheter placement when using hydrophilic guidewires.
What complications have been reported?
Safety data indicates potential complications such as polymer coating fragmentation, which may cause embolic events, though these are rare.
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.