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Trufill Dcs Detachable Coil and Frufill Dcs Syringe Also Known as the Trufill Dcs Detachable Coil System

Cordis Neurovascular

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

FDA Clearance Information

Pathway ? 510(k)
Number ? K014041 ↗
Decision Date ? March 7, 2002
Product Code ? HCG Device, Neurovascular Embolization
Device Class ? Class 2
Evidence ? 9 studies

The Trufill DCS Detachable Coil System was cleared via the FDA 510(k) pathway on March 7, 2002. Manufactured by Cordis Neurovascular, it is classified as a Class 2 device.

What It Is

The Trufill DCS Detachable Coil System is a medical device designed for the embolization of cerebral aneurysms. It utilizes detachable platinum coils to achieve endovascular occlusion, providing a minimally invasive treatment option.

FDA-Cleared Indications

  • Embolization of cerebral aneurysms.
  • Use as a neurovascular embolization device under the FDA-cleared 510(k) classification for this device type.

Clinical Applications

  • Endovascular coil embolization of intracranial cerebral aneurysms.
  • Treatment of selected ruptured cerebral aneurysms to reduce the risk of repeat bleeding.
  • Treatment of selected unruptured cerebral aneurysms when preventive occlusion is considered appropriate.
  • Placement of detachable platinum coils through a microcatheter to promote aneurysm thrombosis and occlusion.

Reported off-label uses

  • Coil embolization of selected non-aneurysmal intracranial vascular lesions has been reported in clinical practice, but these applications may be outside the device's FDA-cleared labeling and require case-specific specialist 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 performance.

Reported Outcomes

Published studies report that the Trufill DCS Detachable Coil System is effective in achieving stable aneurysm occlusion. The device has been shown to conform well to complex aneurysm shapes, facilitating successful embolization in a variety of clinical scenarios.

Safety Profile

Reported complications include challenges with catheterization in certain vascular anatomies, as noted in case studies. However, overall safety profiles from the studies indicate a low incidence of adverse events directly attributable to the device.

Evidence Limitations

The evidence base is limited by the small sample sizes and the lack of long-term follow-up data in some studies. Further research is needed to evaluate long-term outcomes and to compare the device's performance with newer technologies.

Practical Considerations

  • The system includes detachable platinum coils and a delivery syringe; coil dimensions and delivery compatibility must be selected for the aneurysm and the intended microcatheter.
  • The procedure is performed through catheter access, commonly from the femoral or radial artery, with fluoroscopic angiographic guidance and local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia depending on the case.
  • Contraindications and precautions include inability to safely access the target vessel, unfavorable aneurysm anatomy, active infection, severe contrast allergy, or a bleeding or clotting disorder that cannot be corrected.
  • MRI safety depends on the specific coil and labeling. The treating team and MRI department should verify the exact device's current MR-conditional conditions before scanning.
  • Potential complications include thromboembolism, aneurysm rupture, hemorrhage, vessel injury, coil migration or compaction, incomplete occlusion, recurrence, contrast reaction, and access-site complications.

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 hemorrhagic stroke.

What outcomes have been reported in clinical studies?

Studies report effective aneurysm occlusion and stability in a variety of clinical scenarios, with good conformability to complex aneurysm shapes.

What complications have been reported?

Safety data indicate a low incidence of adverse events, with some challenges in catheterization noted in specific vascular anatomies.

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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