3,328 devices · GMDN 47732
Coronary angioplasty balloon catheters are thin, flexible tubes used in percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) to widen narrowed or blocked arteries in the heart. By inflating a balloon at the catheter’s tip, these devices restore blood flow to improve symptoms of coronary artery disease or prepare vessels for stent placement.
These devices are typically single-use and come in two main designs: over-the-wire (with multiple lumens) or rapid-exchange (with a single lumen). Regulation varies by jurisdiction, but they are generally classified based on risk level and intended use, with supply typically through hospitals or specialized cardiac centers.
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