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Wallstent Venous Endoprosthesis with Unistep Plus Delivery System

Boston Scientific Corporation

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Summary: The Wallstent Venous Endoprosthesis is a stent used to treat venous obstructions. It is typically used by vascular surgeons or interventional radiologists to restore blood flow in veins.

FDA Clearance Information

Pathway ? PMA
Number ? P980033 ↗
Decision Date ? July 18, 2013
Product Code ? QKJ
Device Class ? Class 3
Evidence ? 5 studies

The Wallstent Venous Endoprosthesis was cleared by the FDA via the PMA pathway on July 18, 2013. It is manufactured by Boston Scientific and is classified as a Class 3 medical device.

What It Is

The Wallstent Venous Endoprosthesis is a self-expanding stent designed to treat venous obstructions. It is delivered using the Unistep Plus Delivery System, which allows for precise placement within the vein. The stent is made of a flexible mesh that expands to fit the vessel, providing structural support and maintaining patency.

FDA-Cleared Indications

  • The FDA record lists an additional vendor location to supply manufacturing aids and components used in the manufacturing process of the devices.

Clinical Applications

This device is commonly used in procedures to address chronic venous insufficiency or post-thrombotic syndrome. It is typically utilized in hospital settings by vascular surgeons or interventional radiologists. The patient population includes those with venous obstructions that impede blood flow, often leading to symptoms like swelling or pain.

Reported off-label uses

  • Treatment of symptomatic iliac or central venous obstruction after appropriate imaging and clinical evaluation.
  • Treatment of chronic venous outflow obstruction associated with post-thrombotic changes.
  • Venous stenting following endovascular treatment of selected venous occlusions or stenoses.

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.

Practical Considerations

  • Select stent diameter and length according to the target vein, lesion dimensions, and the manufacturer's instructions for use.
  • Placement requires fluoroscopic or other appropriate imaging guidance and controlled deployment through the Unistep Plus Delivery System.
  • Review the current product labeling for delivery-system compatibility, access requirements, deployment technique, contraindications, and warnings.
  • MRI conditions should be confirmed in the current device labeling before scanning; MRI safety may depend on the exact model, implant configuration, and scanner conditions.
  • The supplied FDA indication does not establish a clinical indication for treating patients; clinical use must be verified against the current approved labeling and applicable regulatory documentation.

Procedures that use this device

Linked Studies (5)

PubMed • 2023

A practice audit of short-term outcomes of Wallstents versus Venovo stents for the treatment of nonthrombotic iliac vein outflow stenoses.

Journal of vascular surgery. Venous and lymphatic disorders

RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2023

Smaller diameter sheaths are required to safely perform transradial neurointerventions.

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

RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2006

[Interventional revascularization for severe mesenteric ischemia in contribution with venal artery angioplasty].

VASA. Zeitschrift fur Gefasskrankheiten

RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →
PubMed • 2002

Use of an introducer sheath for colonic stent placement.

European radiology

Other View Source →
PubMed • 2002

[Prevalence of stenosis and thrombosis of central veins in hemodialysis after a tunneled jugular catheter].

Nephrologie

View Source →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Wallstent Venous Endoprosthesis used for?

It is used to treat venous obstructions by providing structural support to maintain blood flow in veins.

What specialties typically use this device?

Vascular surgeons and interventional radiologists typically use this device.

What are the FDA-cleared indications?

The device is indicated for use in the treatment of venous obstructions to restore blood flow.

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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