Guidewires
Approach Authority Workhorse Microwire Guide
by Heraeus Medical Components, LLC
A long, thin wire intended to be percutaneously placed into the peripheral vasculature (not heart or central nervous system) to function as a guide for the introduction of devices (e.g., catheters). It is made of metal (e.g., stainless steel, Nitinol), with or without coating, and is available in a variety of distal tip designs. It is intended to be used for percutaneous angiography, angioplasty, rotational atherectomy and thrombectomy, drainage, and other diagnostic and interventional procedures. It may include devices used to facilitate manipulation (e.g., torque device). This is a single-use device.
Approach Authority Workhorse Microwire Guide 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUTH-18-190 | — | Not stated | Available |
| AUTH-18-300 | — | Not stated | Available |
Procedures that use guidewires
Frequently asked questions
What is Approach Authority Workhorse Microwire Guide used for?
A long, thin wire intended to be percutaneously placed into the peripheral vasculature (not heart or central nervous system) to function as a guide for the introduction of devices (e.g., catheters). It is made of metal (e.g., stainless steel, Nitinol), with or without coating, and is available in a variety of distal tip designs. It is intended to be used for percutaneous angiography, angioplasty, rotational atherectomy and thrombectomy, drainage, and other diagnostic and interventional procedures. It may include devices used to facilitate manipulation (e.g., torque device). This is a single-use device.
Who makes Approach Authority Workhorse Microwire Guide?
Approach Authority Workhorse Microwire Guide is made by Heraeus Medical Components, LLC. It is listed under guidewires in our device library.
What sizes does Approach Authority Workhorse Microwire Guide come in?
The FDA device database does not list sizes for Approach Authority Workhorse Microwire Guide. Check the instructions for use or ask a Heraeus Medical Components, LLC representative.
Is Approach Authority Workhorse Microwire Guide MRI safe?
The FDA device database entry for Approach Authority Workhorse Microwire Guide does not state its MRI safety status. Check the labeling before MRI.
Is Approach Authority Workhorse Microwire Guide FDA cleared?
Approach Authority Workhorse Microwire Guide is registered in the FDA's Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID).
How do I contact a Heraeus Medical Components, LLC sales representative?
Heraeus Medical Components, LLC has not listed representatives on LA Vascular yet. Visit the Heraeus Medical Components, LLC 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.