Biotronik introduces new reinforced introducer sheaths to U.S., overseas markets

Biotronik has expanded its line of Fortress reinforced introducer sheaths, adding new 7F- and 8F-compatible sizes in both the U.S. and European markets.

These sheaths were designed to improve user access to the femoral, popliteal and infrapopliteal arteries during a variety of diagnostic and interventional procedures. They have also been made compatible with 7F and 8F devices used during endovascular procedures.

Each sheath is reinforced with a polymer-embedded stainless steel.

“The Fortress introducer sheaths have proven a favorite with interventionalists due to their ease of use and excellent kink resistance,” Dr. Alexander Uhl, Biotronik’s president of vascular intervention, said in a prepared statement. “The expansion of Fortress introducer sheaths to 7F and 8F compatibility allows physicians to use Fortress with a broader range of procedures such as most atherectomy devices and covered stents.”

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