AnkaCATH Neurovascular Distal Access Catheter

A distal access catheter specialized for neurovascular interventions, offering enhanced pushability, trackability, and stable microcatheter support in deep cerebral vessels.

Navigate with Precision and Reach with Confidence Using the AnkaCATH

  • AnkaCATH is designed for distal placement into the neurovasculature, providing intracranial support and a wide range of device compatibility.

Experience Superior Performance and Unmatched Access

  • Exceptionally soft distal segment allows for excellent navigability and trackability into distal anatomy, enabling the AnkaCATH Catheter to provide support close to the treatment site.

Hybrid Design for Maximum Performance

  • Hybrid Braid and Coil Design provides 1:1 push/pull control for enhanced trackability.
  • Coil reinforcement provides lumen integrity, flexibility and excellent shape retention.
  • Proximal variable pitch braid reinforcement provides support and torque control.

Torque Braid Overlay Provides Vital Torque Control

Sharpability

Stability
Coil
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Kink Resistance Inner Layer Braided

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  • Material: Constructed with a durable, biocompatible Hybrid Braid and Coil Design for enhanced stability.
  • Length: Extended sheath length to facilitate access to distal vascular territories.
  • Flexibility: Engineered to provide optimal flexibility while maintaining structural integrity.
  • Diameter Range: Available in various sizes to accommodate different procedural needs.
  • Radiopacity: Enhanced radiopacity for improved visualization under imaging.
  • Kink Resistance: Superior hybrid design offers excellent resistance to kinking and deformation.
  • Hemostasis: Efficient hemostatic properties to minimize blood loss during procedures.
  • Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of interventional devices and guide wires.

SUPERIOR
MICROCATHETER
PERFORMANCE
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DELIVERY

  • High bending resistance with excellent torque control and optimum push through from proximal shaft to the distal end.
  • Available in a variety of sizes, the AnkaCATH Catheter to diverse procedural requirements, ensuring a perfect fit for every patient.
  • The enhanced radiopacity of the sheath allows for excellent visualization under imaging, aiding clinicians in precise navigation and placement.
  • Unique hybrid braided design provides stability and support throughout the procedure, providing a sturdy yet flexible solution for expanded vascular access.
  • This design contributes to the sheath’s exceptional bending resistance, maintaining integrity even in the most demanding situations.
  • The rounded tip and flexible distal zone on the Distal Access Catheter are designed for confident advancement into fragile distal vessels.
  • The design of Distal Access Catheter is designed for closer placement to the treatment site. Focus on the intervention, not access challenges.
Variable Stiffness & Braided Shaft
  • PE/PEBAX Outer: Balances proximal rigidity for pushability with distal softness for atraumatic navigation in neurovasculature.
  • Reinforced Design: A braided core ensures torsional stability, kink resistance, and secure device passage, even in sharply curved intracranial segments.
  • Generous Inner Diameter (0.071” – 0.075”): Accommodates multiple interventional devices or larger guidewires (up to 0.035”), reducing the need for multiple catheters.
  • PTFE-Lined: Low-friction lumen supports smooth device transitions, crucial in time-sensitive stroke or aneurysm care.
  • Friction Reduction: The final centimeters of the distal segment are coated with a slippery surface, easing catheter advancement or repositioning through challenging anatomies.
  • Vessel Protection: Minimizes endothelial trauma and reduces the risk of vasospasm or dissection during repeated manipulations.
  • 1 mm Marker at 2 mm from the Distal Tip: Distinct fluoroscopic marking for precise tip placement, vital in intracranial interventions.
  • Radiopaque Distal Segment: Facilitates continuous imaging guidance under X-ray to confirm safe navigation and device deployment.
  • Proximal Profiles (4F, 5F, 6F): Offer varied support levels, addressing a range of patient anatomies and procedure complexities.
  • Usable Lengths (90 cm, 120 cm): Suitable for short or extended vascular paths, from moderate to more proximal femoral/radial entry routes.
  • Luer-Lok Hub: Securely attaches accessories (e.g., hemostatic valve, flush lines), ensuring steady control of infusions or device insertions.

Product Specifications

Specification Detail / Value
Product Name AnkaCATH Neurovascular Distal Access Catheter
Intended Use Facilitates distal access in neurovascular interventions (e.g., stroke thrombectomy, aneurysm coiling)
Catheter Design Braided or coiled shaft for torque and push, softer distal segment for atraumatic navigation
Material Pebax/Polyamide with stainless steel or nitinol reinforcement
Outer Diameter (F) ~3F–5F (depending on product code)
Inner Lumen Compatible with microcatheters (0.016–0.027” ID), or direct device passage
Working Length ~90–125 cm (varies by code)
Tip Configuration Soft, radiopaque distal tip, potentially hydrophilic coating
Radiopaque Markers 1–2 near distal zone for precise fluoroscopic tracking
Sheath/Guide Compatibility Typically 6F or 7F guide catheters for proximal support
Sterility Sterile, Single Use
Shelf Life ~2–3 years if stored at 15–25 °C in sealed packaging
Clinical Indications Intracranial thrombectomy, aneurysm coiling, distal AVM catheterization
Contraindications Extremely tortuous or stenotic intracranial vessels beyond feasible access, known device material allergy

Ordering & Size Matrix

Outer Diameter (F) Working Length (cm) Lumen ID (inch) Product Code Notes
3F 90 0.016” ANK-NV-3F-90-016 Smaller OD for micro-aneurysm or distal stroke interventions
3F 105 0.016” ANK-NV-3F-105-016 Longer approach, same small lumen
4F 90 0.021” ANK-NV-4F-90-021 Common distal access for moderate neurovascular tasks
4F 105 0.021” ANK-NV-4F-105-021 Extended length for deeper intracranial navigation
4F 125 0.021” ANK-NV-4F-125-021 Max length for tall patients or complex anatomies
5F 105 0.027” ANK-NV-5F-105-027 Larger lumen for mechanical thrombectomy devices
5F 125 0.027” ANK-NV-5F-125-027 Maximum length plus wide ID for advanced neuro devices