What size access sheath is used with Impella devices?
September 11, 2018
| Device: | Impella 2.5 |
| Peel-away Introducer Sheath: | 13 Fr x 13 cm |
| Insertion: | Femoral |
| Device: | Impella CP |
| Peel-away Introducer Sheath: | 14 Fr x 13 cm,
14 Fr x 25 cm |
| Insertion: | Femoral |
| Device: | Impella 5.0 |
| Peel-away Introducer Sheath: | 23 Fr |
| Insertion: | Femoral |
| Device: | Impella 2.5/ Impella CP/ Impella 5.0 |
| Peel-away Introducer Sheath: | 23 Fr x 6 cm |
| Insertion: | Axillary |
| Device: | Impella RP |
| Peel-away Introducer Sheath: | 23 Fr |
| Insertion: | Femoral |
References
- Abiomed Product Manual for Impella 2.5, CP, 5.0, and LD Heart Pumps – Software v6.2
- Abiomed Product Manual for Impella RP Heart Pump – Software v6.2
