40 devices · GMDN 60720
A cardiac cryosurgical system catheter is a single-use, flexible medical device designed to freeze and destroy specific areas of the heart tissue (endocardium) during cardiac ablation procedures. Clinically, it treats irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias) by delivering extreme cold via a refrigerant gas, targeting precise tissue while the heart remains beating.
These catheters are typically regulated as sterile, invasive devices and must comply with safety standards for venous access and cryogenic applications. They are supplied pre-sterilized and intended for one-time use, often requiring specialized training for proper deployment and monitoring during procedures.
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