Tunneled dialysis catheters
GlidePath Long-Term Hemodialysis Catheter
An implantable, flexible, double-lumen tube intended to be used for chronic or long-term (> 30 days) vascular access, primarily during haemodialysis, to conduct blood from a patient and returning it after extracorporeal circulation; it may also be used during haemoperfusion and/or apheresis. It is intended for coaxial flow of blood, may be radiopaque, coated with heparin to prevent thrombus formation, and/or include a silver-coated sleeve to retard bacterial growth; devices dedicated to catheter introduction/function (e.g., introducer needle) may be included.
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GlidePath Long-Term Hemodialysis Catheter models and sizes
From the FDA Global Unique Device Identification Database. Confirm with the manufacturer's instructions for use.
| Model / catalog no. | Size | MRI | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5396190 | Length 19 cm; Catheter Gauge 14.5 Fr | Not stated | Available |
| 5396240 | Catheter Gauge 14.5 Fr; Length 24 cm | Not stated | Available |
| 5396280 | Length 28 cm; Catheter Gauge 14.5 Fr | Not stated | Available |
| 5396310 | Catheter Gauge 14.5 Fr; Length 31 cm | Not stated | Available |
Procedures that use tunneled dialysis catheters
Frequently asked questions
What is GlidePath Long-Term Hemodialysis Catheter used for?
An implantable, flexible, double-lumen tube intended to be used for chronic or long-term (> 30 days) vascular access, primarily during haemodialysis, to conduct blood from a patient and returning it after extracorporeal circulation; it may also be used during haemoperfusion and/or apheresis. It is intended for coaxial flow of blood, may be radiopaque, coated with heparin to prevent thrombus formation, and/or include a silver-coated sleeve to retard bacterial growth; devices dedicated to catheter introduction/function (e.g., introducer needle) may be included.
Who makes GlidePath Long-Term Hemodialysis Catheter?
GlidePath Long-Term Hemodialysis Catheter is made by Bard Access Systems, Inc.. It is listed under tunneled dialysis catheters (permcath) in our device library.
What sizes does GlidePath Long-Term Hemodialysis Catheter come in?
Sizes listed for GlidePath Long-Term Hemodialysis Catheter: Catheter Gauge: 14.5 Fr; Length: 19–31 cm. Confirm availability with the manufacturer's instructions for use.
Is GlidePath Long-Term Hemodialysis Catheter MRI safe?
The FDA device database entry for GlidePath Long-Term Hemodialysis Catheter does not state its MRI safety status. Check the labeling before MRI.
Is GlidePath Long-Term Hemodialysis Catheter FDA cleared?
GlidePath Long-Term Hemodialysis Catheter is registered in the FDA's Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID).
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Models, sizes and MRI status come from the FDA Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID); descriptions marked "provided by the manufacturer" are reviewed before publishing. Not an endorsement; follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.