Guidewires

Prelude

by Merit Medical Systems, Inc.

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.

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Prelude models and sizes

From the FDA Global Unique Device Identification Database. Confirm with the manufacturer's instructions for use.

Model / catalog no.SizeMRIStatus
10884450208240— Not statedAvailable
10884450208257— Not statedAvailable
10884450208264— Not statedAvailable
10884450208271— Not statedAvailable

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Frequently asked questions

What is Prelude 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 Prelude?

Prelude is made by Merit Medical Systems, Inc.. It is listed under guidewires in our device library.

What sizes does Prelude come in?

The FDA device database does not list sizes for Prelude. Check the instructions for use or ask a Merit Medical Systems, Inc. representative.

Is Prelude MRI safe?

The FDA device database entry for Prelude does not state its MRI safety status. Check the labeling before MRI.

Is Prelude FDA cleared?

Prelude 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.

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