Biliary drains
LifeStent Biliary Stent
by Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
A non-bioabsorbable tubular device intended to be implanted in an obstructed biliary duct (e.g., common bile duct) to maintain luminal patency; it is not intended for vascular implantation. It may be a mesh structure or a continuous tube and is made entirely of metal [e.g., high-grade stainless steel, cobalt-chrome (Co-Cr), nickel-titanium alloy (Nitinol)]. It may be expandable in situ (e.g., with a balloon catheter or self-expands) and disposable devices intended to assist implantation may be included.
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LifeStent Biliary Stent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EX080201CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX080203CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX080301CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX080303CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX080401CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX080403CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX080601CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX080603CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX080801CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX080803CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX090201CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX090203CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX090301CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX090303CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX090401CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX090403CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX090601CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX090603CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX090801CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX090803CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX100201CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX100203CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX100301CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX100303CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX100401CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX100403CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX100601CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX100603CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX100801CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| EX100803CD | — | MR Conditional | Available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is LifeStent Biliary Stent used for?
A non-bioabsorbable tubular device intended to be implanted in an obstructed biliary duct (e.g., common bile duct) to maintain luminal patency; it is not intended for vascular implantation. It may be a mesh structure or a continuous tube and is made entirely of metal [e.g., high-grade stainless steel, cobalt-chrome (Co-Cr), nickel-titanium alloy (Nitinol)]. It may be expandable in situ (e.g., with a balloon catheter or self-expands) and disposable devices intended to assist implantation may be included.
Who makes LifeStent Biliary Stent?
LifeStent Biliary Stent is made by Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.. It is listed under biliary drainage catheters in our device library.
What sizes does LifeStent Biliary Stent come in?
The FDA device database does not list sizes for LifeStent Biliary Stent. Check the instructions for use or ask a Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc. representative.
Is LifeStent Biliary Stent MRI safe?
The FDA device database lists LifeStent Biliary Stent as MR Conditional. Always follow the specific MRI conditions in the labeling.
Is LifeStent Biliary Stent FDA cleared?
LifeStent Biliary Stent is registered in the FDA's Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID).
How do I contact a Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc. sales representative?
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc. has not listed representatives on LA Vascular yet. Visit the Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc. company page for contact details.
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.