Cook Launches World's First MRI-Compliant Embolization Coil at Society for Interventional Radiologists Annual Meeting.BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- Cook Inc., the world's leader in microcoils for embolization embolization /em·bo·li·za·tion/ (em?bo-li-za´shun) 1. the process or condition of becoming an embolus. 2. therapeutic introduction of a substance into a vessel in order to occlude it. , has set a new standard by introducing the world's first high radial force embolization coil that is safe to use in the powerful magnetic fields magnetic fields, n.pl the spaces in which magnetic forces are detectable; created by magnetostrictive ultrasonic scalers to cause the tips of instruments such as ultrasonic scalers to vibrate. generated by magnetic resonance imaging magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), noninvasive diagnostic technique that uses nuclear magnetic resonance to produce cross-sectional images of organs and other internal body structures. (MRI 1. (application) MRI - Magnetic Resonance Imaging. 2. MRI - Measurement Requirements and Interface. ) diagnostic equipment commonly used in hospitals today. Cook's new MReye Embolization Coils are designed to preserve the long-term option of using the increasingly popular MRI technology while reducing imaging artifacts artifacts see specimen artifacts. by up to 1,900% compared to conventional stainless steel coils. The new line of embolism embolism Obstruction of blood flow by an embolus—a substance (e.g., a blood clot, a fat globule from a crush injury, or a gas bubble) not normally present in the bloodstream. Obstruction of an artery to the brain may cause stroke. coils is being launched by Cook at the annual meeting of the Society for Interventional Radiologists starting March 30 in Toronto, Canada. "Cook is the world market leader in embolization coils, and this breakthrough technology ensures that physicians can continue bringing their patients the unmatched clinical benefits of Cook's embolization coil technology in a new design that eliminates any concern over future use of MR imaging technology for that patient," explained Rob Lyles, global director of Cook's Diagnostic and Interventional division. Using a non-ferrous alloy, Cook has engineered its MReye coils to perform reliable, effective embolization procedures while keeping patients' MRI options open. Compatible in field strengths up to 3 Tesla, these coils are ideal for patients who may require an MRI scan in the future. The new MReye Embolization Coils retain the clinical benefits found in stainless steel coils, including strong radial force and staying power, yet their higher radiodensity makes them even more visible under fluoroscopy fluoroscopy /flu·o·ros·co·py/ (fldbobr-ros´kah-pe) examination by means of the fluoroscope. fluo·ros·co·py n. Examination by means of a fluoroscope. Also called radioscopy. . They are available in a variety of .035 and .038 inch configurations. For more information, visit www.cookmedical.com. The world's largest privately held manufacturer of medical devices with international headquarters in Bloomington, Ind., COOK(R) (www.cookmedical.com/) is a leading designer, manufacturer and global distributor of minimally invasive medical device technology for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Since its founding in 1963, Cook has created innovative technologies for drug-eluting and bare metal stents, aortic aortic pertaining to or emanating from the aorta. See also aortic arch. aortic aneurysm occurs most often in dogs, where it is caused by Spirocerca lupi larvae, turkeys and primates, causing dyspnea, cyanosis and coughing. and vascular endografts, catheters, wire guides, introducer needles and sheaths, embolization coils, medical biomaterials and contract manufacturing of biopharmaceuticals, vena cava filters and other minimally invasive medical devices for radiology, cardiology, urology and women's health, critical care medicine, surgery, gastroenterology, bone access and endovascular therapies. |
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