Viking Optima Guiding Catheter
510(k) K001435
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Valid until
No expiry
FDA recalls
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK001435 | Date2 Jun 2000 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- DQY
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 870.1250
- Advisory Committee
- Cardiovascular
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 1 Oct 2026
The Viking Optima Guiding Catheter is a Percutaneous Catheter designed for use in cardiovascular procedures. It facilitates the delivery and positioning of interventional devices, such as balloons or stents, within coronary or peripheral arteries by providing mechanical support and stability to guidewires and catheters during interventions. Its structure is engineered to enhance maneuverability and reduce trauma to vessel walls, improving procedural success in diagnostic and therapeutic angiography.
This device is supplied as a single-use, sterile product and is intended for use in controlled clinical settings such as cardiac catheterization labs. It is classified under product code DQY and adheres to FDA 510(k) clearance (K001435), with a special controls designation for Class II devices. The catheter is available in specific sizes and configurations tailored for coronary and peripheral vascular applications, with no noted MRI compatibility restrictions. Storage and handling follow standard sterile medical device protocols to ensure integrity prior to use.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 1 Oct 2026
What is the Viking Optima Guiding Catheter used for?
The Viking Optima Guiding Catheter is designed for cardiovascular procedures, specifically to assist in the delivery and positioning of interventional devices like balloons or stents within coronary or peripheral arteries. Its structure provides mechanical support and stability to guidewires and catheters, reducing vessel trauma and improving procedural success during diagnostic and therapeutic angiography.
Is the Viking Optima Guiding Catheter single-use or reusable?
The Viking Optima Guiding Catheter is supplied as a single-use, sterile product. This design ensures patient safety and reduces the risk of cross-contamination, making it ideal for controlled clinical settings such as cardiac catheterization labs.
What sizes and configurations are available for the Viking Optima Guiding Catheter?
The Viking Optima Guiding Catheter is available in specific sizes and configurations tailored for both coronary and peripheral vascular applications. These variations allow clinicians to select the appropriate catheter for their procedural needs, ensuring optimal maneuverability and compatibility with different interventional devices.
How should the Viking Optima Guiding Catheter be stored?
The Viking Optima Guiding Catheter must be stored following standard sterile medical device protocols to maintain its integrity before use. This includes keeping it in a clean, dry environment, protected from physical damage, and adhering to manufacturer guidelines for shelf life and handling to ensure sterility and functionality.
Is the Viking Optima Guiding Catheter MRI-compatible?
There are no noted MRI compatibility restrictions for the Viking Optima Guiding Catheter. However, as with all medical devices, clinicians should verify compatibility with their specific MRI systems and protocols before use to avoid potential interference or safety risks.