Microcatheters
Headway Advanced
A sterile, small-diameter, single-lumen, flexible tube designed for the controlled infusion of fluids (e.g., thrombolytics, diagnostic contrast media) into superselective small vessels (including intracranial, peripheral, or occluded coronary vasculature) for angiography/treatment, and typically also for the delivery of devices (e.g., embolization implants, guidewires) into tortuous vessels or across tight lesions. It may include an ultrasound transducer, a thermal sensor, and a hole for guidewire placement located at the distal tip. It is not a guide-catheter (i.e., is not intended to deliver other catheters or therapeutic leads directly through its lumen). This is a single-use device.
Headway Advanced 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MC172150JX | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| MC172150STX | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| MC172150SX | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| MC17215045X | — | MR Conditional | Available |
| MC17215090X | — | MR Conditional | Available |
Procedures that use microcatheters
Frequently asked questions
What is Headway Advanced used for?
A sterile, small-diameter, single-lumen, flexible tube designed for the controlled infusion of fluids (e.g., thrombolytics, diagnostic contrast media) into superselective small vessels (including intracranial, peripheral, or occluded coronary vasculature) for angiography/treatment, and typically also for the delivery of devices (e.g., embolization implants, guidewires) into tortuous vessels or across tight lesions. It may include an ultrasound transducer, a thermal sensor, and a hole for guidewire placement located at the distal tip. It is not a guide-catheter (i.e., is not intended to deliver other catheters or therapeutic leads directly through its lumen). This is a single-use device.
Who makes Headway Advanced?
Headway Advanced is made by Microvention, Inc.. It is listed under microcatheters in our device library.
What sizes does Headway Advanced come in?
The FDA device database does not list sizes for Headway Advanced. Check the instructions for use or ask a Microvention, Inc. representative.
Is Headway Advanced MRI safe?
The FDA device database lists Headway Advanced as MR Conditional. Always follow the specific MRI conditions in the labeling.
Is Headway Advanced FDA cleared?
Headway Advanced is registered in the FDA's Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID).
How do I contact a Microvention, Inc. sales representative?
Microvention, Inc. has not listed representatives on LA Vascular yet. Visit the Microvention, 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.