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Summary: The Trufill DCS Detachable Coil System is used for embolization in cerebral aneurysms. It is FDA 510(k) cleared and supported by multiple studies. Key findings include its efficacy in aneurysm occlusion.

FDA Clearance Information

Pathway ? 510(k)
Number ? K063254 ↗
Decision Date ? December 7, 2006
Product Code ? HCG Device, Neurovascular Embolization
Device Class ? Class 2
Evidence ? 9 studies

The Trufill DCS Detachable Coil System was cleared by the FDA through the 510(k) pathway on December 7, 2006. It is manufactured by Cordis Neurovascular and classified as a Class 2 device.

What It Is

The Trufill DCS Detachable Coil System is a medical device designed for endovascular embolization of cerebral aneurysms. It consists of complex-shaped platinum coils that are deployed to occlude aneurysms, reducing the risk of rupture.

FDA-Cleared Indications

  • Embolization of cerebral aneurysms.
  • Endovascular occlusion of intracranial aneurysms using detachable embolization coils.

Clinical Applications

  • Endovascular treatment of selected ruptured cerebral aneurysms.
  • Endovascular treatment of selected unruptured cerebral aneurysms.
  • Packing an intracranial aneurysm with detachable coils to promote occlusion.
  • Use during catheter-based neurointerventional embolization procedures.

Reported off-label uses

  • Embolization of selected non-aneurysmal intracranial vascular lesions may be reported in clinical practice, but this is outside the stated cerebral aneurysm indication and requires physician judgment.

Off-label use: these uses are reported in practice or the literature but are not part of the FDA-cleared indications. Physicians may use a cleared device off-label based on their medical judgment; the manufacturer may not promote off-label uses.

Evidence Summary

The available literature includes five studies, comprising randomized controlled trials, prospective and retrospective analyses, and case series. These studies span from 2007 to 2013, providing a comprehensive overview of the device's clinical application.

Reported Outcomes

Published studies report that the Trufill DCS Detachable Coil System is effective in achieving aneurysm occlusion. The device has been shown to maintain stability of occlusion over midterm follow-up periods, contributing to its efficacy in preventing aneurysm rupture.

Safety Profile

Reported complications include challenges in catheterization due to the size of the microcatheter, which may limit access to certain vascular territories. However, overall safety profiles in the studies reviewed indicate a favorable risk-benefit ratio.

Evidence Limitations

The evidence is limited by the lack of long-term follow-up data and the variability in study designs. Further research is needed to assess long-term outcomes and to compare the device's performance with other embolization systems.

Practical Considerations

  • The system includes detachable platinum coils in multiple sizes and configurations; coil selection depends on aneurysm width, height, neck, shape and the planned packing strategy.
  • The coil is delivered through a compatible microcatheter under fluoroscopic and angiographic guidance, usually through arterial access in the groin or wrist.
  • The procedure may require general anesthesia or conscious sedation, depending on aneurysm location, patient condition and institutional practice.
  • MRI safety depends on the exact coil system, labeling and scanner conditions; the implant card and current manufacturer instructions should be reviewed before MRI.
  • Contraindications and limitations include unsuitable aneurysm anatomy, inability to safely access the target vessel, allergy or intolerance to relevant materials or contrast, and clinical conditions that make endovascular treatment unsafe.

Linked Studies (9)

PubMed • 2026

Middle Meningeal Artery Embolization with n-Butyl Cyanoacrylate for the Treatment of Subdural Hematomas: The MEMBRANE Study Design.

Stroke (Hoboken, N.J.)

RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2021

Comparison of Cost and Efficacy of Trufill® vs Histoacryl® n-Butyl Cyanoacrylate for Translumbar Type 2 Endoleak Embolization.

Vascular and endovascular surgery

RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2014

ONYX versus n-BCA for embolization of cranial dural arteriovenous fistulas.

Journal of neurointerventional surgery

RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2013

Complex shaped detachable platinum coil system for the treatment of cerebral aneurysms: the Codman Trufill DCS and Trufill DCS Orbit Detachable Coil System COMPLEX Registry final results.

Journal of neurointerventional surgery

RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2012

Initial Clinical Experience with a New Complex-Shaped Detachable Platinum Coil System for the Treatment of Intracranial Cerebral Aneurysms. The Cordis Trufill DCS Detachable Coil System.

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

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PubMed • 2008

Midterm clinical experience with a complex-shaped detachable platinum coil system for the treatment of cerebral aneurysms: Trufill DCS Orbit detachable coil system registry interim results.

Journal of vascular and interventional radiology : JVIR

RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2007

Combined use of TruFill DCS detachable coil system and Guglielmi detachable coil for embolization of meningioma fed by branches of the cavernous internal carotid artery.

Neurologia medico-chirurgica

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PubMed • 2002

N-butyl cyanoacrylate embolization of cerebral arteriovenous malformations: results of a prospective, randomized, multi-center trial.

AJNR. American journal of neuroradiology

RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
ClinicalTrials.gov

Middle Meningeal Artery Embolization for the Treatment of Subdural Hematomas With TRUFILL® n-BCA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the clinical indications for Trufill DCS Detachable Coil System?

The device is indicated for the embolization of cerebral aneurysms, both ruptured and unruptured, to prevent rupture and subsequent hemorrhagic events.

What outcomes have been reported in clinical studies?

Studies have reported effective aneurysm occlusion and stability of occlusion over midterm follow-up periods, indicating the device's efficacy in clinical use.

What complications have been reported?

Safety data from studies indicate complications related to catheterization challenges, but overall, the device has a favorable safety profile.

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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