Coils
Nexus
A non-bioabsorbable, implantable device intended to induce a neurovascular thrombosis to treat an intracranial aneurysm and/or neurovascular arteriovenous malformation (AVM); it may also be intended to treat non-neurovascular malformations. It is in the form of a metal [e.g., platinum alloy] or metal/synthetic polymer wire which coils upon deployment within the aneurysm/vasculature; it is typically pre-attached to a nonimplantable delivery wire. Disposable devices associated with implantation (e.g., delivery wire, catheter) may be included.
Nexus 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| X-2-1-T10-HSS | Outer Diameter 2 mm; Length 1 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-2-2-T10-HSS | Outer Diameter 2 mm; Length 2 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-2-3-T10-HSS | Length 3 cm; Outer Diameter 2 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-2-4-T10-HSS | Length 4 cm; Outer Diameter 2 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-2-6-T10-HSS | Outer Diameter 2 mm; Length 6 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-2-8-T10-HSS | Outer Diameter 2 mm; Length 8 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-3-2-T10-MC | Outer Diameter 3 mm; Outer Diameter 2.5 mm; Length 2 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-3-3-T10-HSS | Outer Diameter 3 mm; Length 3 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-3-4-T10-HSS | Outer Diameter 3 mm; Length 4 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-3-4-T10-TC | Outer Diameter 2.9 mm; Length 4 cm; Outer Diameter 3 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-3-5-T10-MC | Outer Diameter 3 mm; Outer Diameter 2.5 mm; Length 5 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-3-6-T10-HSS | Outer Diameter 3 mm; Length 6 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-3-8-T10-HSS | Length 8 cm; Outer Diameter 3 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-3-8-T10-MC | Length 8 cm; Outer Diameter 2.5 mm; Outer Diameter 3 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-3-10-T10-HSS | Length 10 cm; Outer Diameter 3 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-4-4-T10-HSS | Outer Diameter 4 mm; Length 4 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-4-5-T10-MC | Length 5 cm; Outer Diameter 3.0 mm; Outer Diameter 4 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-4-5-T10-TC | Length 5 cm; Outer Diameter 3.8 mm; Outer Diameter 4 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-4-6-T10-HSS | Length 6 cm; Outer Diameter 4 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-4-8-T10-HSS | Outer Diameter 4 mm; Length 8 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-4-10-T10-HSS | Length 10 cm; Outer Diameter 4 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-4-10-T10-MC | Length 10 cm; Outer Diameter 4 mm; Outer Diameter 3.0 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-5-10-T10-MC | Length 10 cm; Outer Diameter 3.5 mm; Outer Diameter 5 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-5-10-T10-TC | Outer Diameter 5 mm; Outer Diameter 4.9 mm; Length 10 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-5-15-T10-HSS | Length 15 cm; Outer Diameter 5 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-5-15-T10-MC | Outer Diameter 3.5 mm; Outer Diameter 5 mm; Length 15 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-6-12-T10-MC | Length 12 cm; Outer Diameter 6 mm; Outer Diameter 3.5 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-6-12-T10-TC | Outer Diameter 6.0 mm; Outer Diameter 6 mm; Length 12 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-6-20-T10-HSS | Outer Diameter 6 mm; Length 20 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-6-20-T10-MC | Length 20 cm; Outer Diameter 6 mm; Outer Diameter 3.5 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-7-15-T10-MC | Outer Diameter 7 mm; Length 15 cm; Outer Diameter 4.0 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-7-15-T10-TC | Length 15 cm; Outer Diameter 6.8 mm; Outer Diameter 7 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-7-21-T10-MC | Outer Diameter 7 mm; Outer Diameter 4.0 mm; Length 21 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-7-30-T10-HSS | Outer Diameter 7 mm; Length 30 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-8-15-T10-MC | Length 15 cm; Outer Diameter 4.5 mm; Outer Diameter 8 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-8-16-T10-TC | Outer Diameter 8 mm; Outer Diameter 6.6 mm; Length 16 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-8-25-T10-MC | Outer Diameter 4.5 mm; Outer Diameter 8 mm; Length 25 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-8-30-T10-HSS | Length 30 cm; Outer Diameter 8 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-9-18-T10-MC | Length 18 cm; Outer Diameter 5.0 mm; Outer Diameter 9 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-9-18-T10-TC | Length 18 cm; Outer Diameter 7.5 mm; Outer Diameter 9 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-9-28-T10-MC | Outer Diameter 5.5 mm; Outer Diameter 9 mm; Length 28 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-10-20-T10-MC | Outer Diameter 5.5 mm; Length 20 cm; Outer Diameter 10 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-10-20-T10-TC | Outer Diameter 10 mm; Length 20 cm; Outer Diameter 8.3 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-10-30-T10-HSS | Length 30 cm; Outer Diameter 10 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-10-30-T10-MC | Length 30 cm; Outer Diameter 5.5 mm; Outer Diameter 10 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-12-23-T10-TC | Outer Diameter 12 mm; Length 23 cm; Outer Diameter 7.0 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-14-26-T10-TC | Length 26 cm; Outer Diameter 7.9 mm; Outer Diameter 14 mm | Not stated | Available |
| X-16-29-T10-TC | Outer Diameter 16 mm; Outer Diameter 7.9 mm; Length 29 cm | Not stated | Available |
| X-18-29-T10-TC | Outer Diameter 7.9 mm; Outer Diameter 18 mm; Length 29 cm | Not stated | Available |
FDA clearances
- 510(k) K060625 April 2006
- 510(k) K051425 June 2005
- 510(k) K050543 April 2005
Procedures that use coils
Frequently asked questions
What is Nexus used for?
A non-bioabsorbable, implantable device intended to induce a neurovascular thrombosis to treat an intracranial aneurysm and/or neurovascular arteriovenous malformation (AVM); it may also be intended to treat non-neurovascular malformations. It is in the form of a metal [e.g., platinum alloy] or metal/synthetic polymer wire which coils upon deployment within the aneurysm/vasculature; it is typically pre-attached to a nonimplantable delivery wire. Disposable devices associated with implantation (e.g., delivery wire, catheter) may be included.
Who makes Nexus?
Nexus is made by Micro Therapeutics, Inc.. It is listed under embolization coils in our device library.
What sizes does Nexus come in?
Sizes listed for Nexus: Outer Diameter: 2–18 mm; Length: 1–30 cm. Confirm availability with the manufacturer's instructions for use.
Is Nexus MRI safe?
The FDA device database entry for Nexus does not state its MRI safety status. Check the labeling before MRI.
Is Nexus FDA cleared?
Nexus is covered by FDA submissions K060625, K051425, K050543.
How do I contact a Micro Therapeutics, Inc. sales representative?
Micro Therapeutics, Inc. has not listed representatives on LA Vascular yet. Visit the Micro Therapeutics, 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.