Biliary drains
Flexima
by Boston Scientific Corporation
A flexible tube intended for percutaneous placement in the abdomen to establish a channel for temporary or prolonged drainage of an obstructed biliary tract, for splinting of the bile duct during healing, or for preventing stricture of the bile duct. It is distally inserted into the common bile duct, hepatic ducts (transhepatic biliary drainage), or gallbladder (cholecystostomy drainage); disposable devices dedicated to drain introduction may be included with the device. It may be used in conjunction with a low negative pressure system and is available in various designs (e.g., silicone Y- or T-tube, catheter-like, with perforations). This is a single-use device.
Flexima 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M001271540 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271550 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271560 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271570 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271580 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271590 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271600 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271610 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271620 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271630 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271640 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271650 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271660 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271770 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271780 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271790 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271800 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271810 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271820 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271830 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271840 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271850 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271860 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271870 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271880 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271890 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271900 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001271910 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001272600 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001272610 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001272620 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001272630 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001272640 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001272650 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001272660 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001272670 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001281560 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001281570 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001281580 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001281590 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001281650 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001281660 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001281790 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001281800 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001281810 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001281820 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001282600 | — | Not stated | Available |
| M001282610 | — | Not stated | Available |
Procedures that use biliary drains
Frequently asked questions
What is Flexima used for?
A flexible tube intended for percutaneous placement in the abdomen to establish a channel for temporary or prolonged drainage of an obstructed biliary tract, for splinting of the bile duct during healing, or for preventing stricture of the bile duct. It is distally inserted into the common bile duct, hepatic ducts (transhepatic biliary drainage), or gallbladder (cholecystostomy drainage); disposable devices dedicated to drain introduction may be included with the device. It may be used in conjunction with a low negative pressure system and is available in various designs (e.g., silicone Y- or T-tube, catheter-like, with perforations). This is a single-use device.
Who makes Flexima?
Flexima is made by Boston Scientific Corporation. It is listed under biliary drainage catheters, nephrostomy and nephroureteral catheters in our device library.
What sizes does Flexima come in?
The FDA device database does not list sizes for Flexima. Check the instructions for use or ask a Boston Scientific Corporation representative.
Is Flexima MRI safe?
The FDA device database entry for Flexima does not state its MRI safety status. Check the labeling before MRI.
Is Flexima FDA cleared?
Flexima is registered in the FDA's Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID).
How do I contact a Boston Scientific Corporation sales representative?
Boston Scientific Corporation has not listed representatives on LA Vascular yet. Visit the Boston Scientific Corporation 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.