
Chaperon™
Guiding Catheters
FRED X offers the same precise, predictable placement andimmediate opening of the FRED™ device – now with X Technology.
Derived from over 30 years of study and use at Terumo, X Technology is a nanoscale enhancement to the entire surface of the FRED device, formed with a covalent bond. Unlike other surface modifications, X Technology creates a protective hydration layer around the device that reduces platelet adhesion and simultaneously allows for endothelial cell attachment and growth.
FRED X is designed to reduce material thrombogenicity while also maintaining the natural healing response of the vessel.2 3 4 5 FRED X also features improved device delivery and resheathing.3
FRED™ X 2.5-3.0 mm devices are designed to be delivered through the 0.021” Headway 21 Microcatheter.
FRED™ X 3.5-5.5 mm devices are designed to be delivered through the 0.027” Headway 27 Microcatheter.
The SOFIA™ family of catheters can be used for tri-axial support.
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MicroVention™ and FRED™ are trademarks of MicroVention™, Inc. in the United States and other jurisdictions. Stylized X™ is a trademark of MicroVention™, Inc. ©2022
Data is derived from bench testing and may not be representative of clinical performance.
Data on file
Tanaka M et al. Design of biocompatible and biodegradable polymers based on intermediate water concept. Polymer Journal. 2015;47:114-121
Tanaka M et al. Blood compatible aspects of poly(2-methoxyethylacrylate) (PMEA) – relationship between protein adsorption and platelet adhesion on PMEA surface. Biomaterials. 2000;21:1471-1481.
The Headway Microcatheter is intended for general intravascular use, including the peripheral, coronary and neuro vasculature for the infusion of diagnostic agents, such as contrast media, and therapeutic agents, such as occlusion coils. (MicroVention Europe - EU authorized representative)