Guidewires
Mighty Wire
by Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
A long, thin, sterile wire intended to be percutaneously placed into the cardiac vasculature (ventricles or coronary vessels) to function as a guide for the introduction, positioning, and/or operation of a device (e.g., catheter, pacing lead); it may also be used in the peripheral vasculature. It may be made of metal (e.g., stainless steel, Nitinol), or polymer and/or glass materials to provide MRI-compatibility, with or without coating, and is available in a variety of distal tip designs. It is used for various diagnostic and interventional procedures, and may include devices used to facilitate manipulation (e.g., torque device). This is a single-use device.
Mighty Wire 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 |
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| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
| Initial Release | — | Not stated | Available |
Procedures that use guidewires
Frequently asked questions
What is Mighty Wire used for?
A long, thin, sterile wire intended to be percutaneously placed into the cardiac vasculature (ventricles or coronary vessels) to function as a guide for the introduction, positioning, and/or operation of a device (e.g., catheter, pacing lead); it may also be used in the peripheral vasculature. It may be made of metal (e.g., stainless steel, Nitinol), or polymer and/or glass materials to provide MRI-compatibility, with or without coating, and is available in a variety of distal tip designs. It is used for various diagnostic and interventional procedures, and may include devices used to facilitate manipulation (e.g., torque device). This is a single-use device.
Who makes Mighty Wire?
Mighty Wire is made by Merit Medical Systems, Inc.. It is listed under guidewires in our device library.
What sizes does Mighty Wire come in?
The FDA device database does not list sizes for Mighty Wire. Check the instructions for use or ask a Merit Medical Systems, Inc. representative.
Is Mighty Wire MRI safe?
The FDA device database entry for Mighty Wire does not state its MRI safety status. Check the labeling before MRI.
Is Mighty Wire FDA cleared?
Mighty Wire is registered in the FDA's Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID).
How do I contact a Merit Medical Systems, Inc. sales representative?
Merit Medical Systems, Inc. has not listed representatives on LA Vascular yet. Visit the Merit Medical Systems, 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.