Dolphin Sub-Intimal Entry Catheter

Dolphin Sub-Intimal Entry Catheter

A sub-intimal entry system aiding re-entry into the true lumen after sub-intimal crossing in CTO or heavily occluded segments, ensuring minimal dissection expansions.

Information

The Dolphin Sub-Intimal Entry Catheter, by Invamed—a global medical device manufacturer—is uniquely designed to assist in subintimal dissection and re-entry in chronic total occlusions (CTOs) or heavily diseased vascular segments. By providing a targeted pathway to the subintimal space and then guiding re-entry into the true lumen, Dolphin enhances procedural success in complex peripheral or coronary interventions.

Dedicated Subintimal Navigation

Engineered tip or “needle” design helps negotiate the subintimal plane, enabling operators to bypass occlusive lesions.

Specialized distal tip geometry assists in precision re-entry to the true lumen, improving success rates in otherwise intractable CTOs.

Braided or coiled shaft construction delivers robust force transmission for crossing tough plaque or calcifications.

Minimizes friction against vessel walls, reducing dissection risk and procedural time in challenging anatomies.

Indicated for peripheral artery disease (PAD) with occlusive lesions, especially superficial femoral or popliteal arteries. May also be adapted for select coronary interventions.

Extremely tortuous vessels, advanced dissection risk, or patient conditions that preclude subintimal techniques.

General Product Specifications

Specification Detail / Value
Product Name Dolphin Sub-Intimal Entry Catheter
Intended Use Facilitates subintimal dissection and re-entry in chronic total occlusion (CTO) or heavily diseased vessels (peripheral or coronary)
Catheter Design Specially shaped distal tip or “re-entry” needle to access the true lumen from a subintimal plane
Material Pebax/Polyamide shaft with braided reinforcement, possible radiopaque or tungsten tip
Outer Diameter (Fr) ~2.0–3.5 Fr for coronary or ~3.5–4.5 Fr for peripheral usage (adjust as appropriate)
Inner Lumen Typically 0.014” guidewire compatibility
Working Length ~80–150 cm (varies by product code)
Tip Configuration Tapered, angled, or “needle” re-entry tip, radiopaque marker for precise subintimal guidance
Marker Bands 1–2 near the distal segment for fluoroscopic visualization
Sheath Compatibility 4F–6F (small coronary variants), 5F–7F (peripheral variants)
Sterility Sterile (Ethylene Oxide)
Single Use Yes
Shelf Life ~2–3 years if stored in sealed packaging at 15–25 °C
Clinical Indications Re-entering true lumen in CTOs, subintimal approach in peripheral arteries (e.g., superficial femoral), or advanced coronary CTO crossing
Contraindications Extremely tortuous or heavily calcified vessels, known device material allergies, or situations unsuited for subintimal strategy

Dolphin Sub-Intimal Entry Catheter

Fr Size Working Length (cm) Tip Style Product Code Notes
2.0 Fr 80 Tapered (Needle Tip) DOL-SI-2.0-80-TP Ultra-low profile for coronary subintimal re-entry
2.0 Fr 100 Angled Needle DOL-SI-2.0-100-AN Slightly angled tip, moderate length
2.3 Fr 80 Straight “Re-Entry” DOL-SI-2.3-80-ST Balanced OD for small peripheral or coronary usage
2.3 Fr 135 Tapered (Needle Tip) DOL-SI-2.3-135-TP Extended length, deeper CTO crossing
2.6 Fr 100 Angled “Re-Entry” DOL-SI-2.6-100-AN Mid-range OD plus angled tip for subintimal SFA approach
2.6 Fr 135 Straight “Re-Entry” DOL-SI-2.6-135-ST Long length for complicated multi-segment occlusions
3.0 Fr 100 Tapered (Needle Tip) DOL-SI-3.0-100-TP Slightly larger OD for peripheral subintimal re-entry
3.0 Fr 135 Angled “Re-Entry” DOL-SI-3.0-135-AN Extended length, angled tip for advanced re-entry strategy
3.5 Fr 100 Straight Needle DOL-SI-3.5-100-ST Larger OD for robust push in heavily calcified vessels
3.5 Fr 135 Tapered (Needle Tip) DOL-SI-3.5-135-TP Max length for tall patients or extensive subintimal navigation
4.0 Fr 135 Angled “Re-Entry” DOL-SI-4.0-135-AN (If your line extends to 4.0 Fr or beyond for large peripheral usage)

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