NUVISION™ Ultrasound Catheter
Break through to a new level of capability and confidence in structural heart procedures.
NUVISION™ Ultrasound Catheter is expertly designed to give you more. Better resolution for a comprehensive view of the heart -- and control, with its signature rotating tip -- for a simple, streamlined workflow.*1,2
About this device
See a future with more freedom and control in cardiac imaging that goes beyond the limits of TEE.
- Reduce dependence on general anesthesia and speed up procedural logistics
- May result in less procedural discomfort and reduced risk of gastrointestinal tract injury
Specialties
Cardiac Electrophysiology (EP), Interventional Cardiology
Procedures
Cardiac Catheter Ablation Intracardiac Echocardiography (ICE), Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion (LAAO), Tricuspid edge-to-edge repair (TEER), Tricuspid Valve Replacement (TTVR) Intracardiac Echocardiography (ICE)
Visualize beyond the expected
The advanced technology with 4D imaging and multi-planar visualization allows you to access the complete intracardiac landscape for an entirely new perspective.
The advanced catheter is designed to guide your percutaneous cardiac procedures-empowering you with the high-resolution insights you need to make quick, confident decisions.2,4,6,7
360° transducer rotation
Experience more control. NUVISION™ Ultrasound Catheter’s independent rotating tip allows you to obtain crucial views of targeted anatomy with ease and precision. Its unique knob allows you to adjust for fine details without ever turning the handle.
- 10Fr x 90cm torqueable and deflectable shaft
- 360° independent rotating tip for more flexibility in imaging
acquisition - Signature tip can be deflected up to +120° / -30°
Clinical evidence
100%
up to 100% successful appendage sealing3
When evaluated at 45 days follow up with a TEE, 100% of patients had appendage sealing (no leaks >5mm) when using the NUVISION™ Ultrasound Catheter.
Registry study (n=46)
↓43%
Fewer LAAO device redeployments
A clinical study found that there were 43% fewer LAAO device redeployments when using the NUVISION™ Ultrasound Catheter versus 2D ICE.4
Prospective clinical study (n=53); NUVISION™ Ultrasound Catheter 1.2 redeployments vs 2.1 with 2D ICE (p=0.002)
26%
up to 26% shorter procedure time vs. TEE
The NUVISION™ Ultrasound Catheter had 26% shorter procedure time compared to TEE in a real-world registry study.5
Retrospective registry analysis (n=121); 66.7±34.4 min for NUVISION™ Ultrasound Catheter vs 90.2±24.3 min for TEE (p<0.001)
High Consistency with TEE in LAA Measurements
A high level of agreement for LAA sizing of ostial diameters was found between pre-procedural TEE and periprocedural NUVISION™ Ultrasound Catheter Measurements.6
Registry study (n=274); ostial diameters Pearson’s correlation coefficient r=0.94, p<0.001, Mean Landing zone (LZ) 23.51 ± 3.06 mm with TEE vs. 23.74 ± 3.04 mm with 3D-ICE
Features & benefits
Independent tip rotation
- A unique knob that allows for fine adjustment and a 360° independent rotating tip
- Independent distal tip rotation for user-controlled transducer orientation
- Signature tip can be deflected up to +120° / -30°
- 10Fr x 90cm torqueable and deflectable shaft
Multiplanar imaging
- 840 elements phased-array
- Wide 90° by 90° field of view with fast volume rates
- Azimuthal, elevation, coronal planes
- Ultrasound penetration depth up to 15cm
Multiplanar & biplanar imaging
- Multiplanar and biplanar imaging allows you to see multiple cross sections at the same time to support device sizing and placement.
- 2D and 4D Color Doppler along with pulsed wave (PW) and continuous wave (CW) capabilities.
Supporting documentation
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References
*When compared to TEE.
- Bhardwaj B, Lantz G, et al. Procedural Vignettes in Structural Heart Disease Transcatheter Valve-in-Valve Mitral Valve Replacement Using 4D Intracardiac Echocardiogram and Conscious Sedation. Structural Heart. 2022.
- Della Rocca DG, Magnocavallo M, Gianni C, et al. Three-dimensional intracardiac echocardiography for left atrial appendage sizing and percutaneous occlusion guidance. Europace. 2023;26(1):euae010
- Adams, A., Mahmood, R., Balaji, N. et al. Real-world experience utilizing the nuvision 4D intracardiac echocardiography catheter for left atrial appendage closure. Sci Rep 14, 11937 (2024).
- Flautt, T., Akanibo, DW., Lador, A., et al. Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion Without Fluoroscopy. JACC: CARDIOVASCULAR INTERVENTIONS. 2022; 15(15): 1592-1594.
- Adams, A., Mahmood, R., Balaji, N. et al. Real-world experience utilizing the NUVISION™ 4D intracardiac echocardiography catheter for left atrial appendage closure. Sci Rep 14, 11937; 2024
- NUVERA Medica Design Document, Trace Matrix NUVISION ICE Catheter System. Document Number DD10529. April 2022.
- NUVERA Report, B-Mode Penetration Test. RPT11476, Nov 9, 2020.
Important information: Prior to use, refer to the instructions for use supplied with this device for indications, contraindications, side effects, warnings and precautions. Caution: US law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
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