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Coronary angioplasty guidewire technology
1Advanced Cardiovascular Systems Inc., Mountain View, CA 94039.
Zeitschrift Fur Kardiologie
|January 1, 1987
Summary
Coronary guidewire technology has evolved significantly, focusing on materials, design, and manufacturing. Ongoing research aims to enhance performance and develop advanced guidewires with real-time feedback capabilities.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Technology
- Medical Device Engineering
Background:
- Coronary guidewire technology has advanced since the first angioplasty in 1981.
- Guidewire engineering involves material selection, configuration design, and manufacturing processes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the technological advancements in coronary guidewires.
- To highlight the concurrent considerations in material, design, and manufacturing.
- To discuss functional testing and future research directions.
Main Methods:
- Concurrent consideration of material selection, configuration design, and manufacturing processes.
- Emphasis on functional testing for safety and efficacy.
- Exploration of ongoing research and development in guidewire technology.
Main Results:
- Guidewire technology integrates material science, design engineering, and advanced manufacturing.
- Functional testing is crucial for ensuring clinical safety and performance limits.
- Research focuses on improving existing technologies and developing novel devices.
Conclusions:
- Continuous innovation in coronary guidewire technology is essential.
- Future developments include microsensor and fiberoptic integration for real-time feedback.
- Miniaturization and new materials are key to manufacturing advanced guidewire designs.