Distal Delivery Catheters (DDC)

Indication for Use
The Penumbra Distal Delivery Catheter is indicated for the introduction of interventional devices into the peripheral and neuro vasculature.
Contraindications
There are no known contraindications.
Warnings
The Penumbra Distal Delivery Catheter should only be used by physicians who have received appropriate training in interventional techniques.
Precautions
• The device is intended for single use only. Do not resterilize or reuse. Resterilization and/or reuse may result in ineffective catheter coating lubrication, which may result in high friction and the inability to access the target vasculature location.
• Do not use kinked or damaged devices. Do not use open or damaged packages. Return damaged devices and packaging to the manufacturer/distributor.
• Use prior to the “Use By” date.
• Use the Penumbra Distal Delivery Catheter in conjunction with fluoroscopic visualization.
• Do not advance or withdraw the Penumbra Distal Delivery Catheter against resistance without careful assessment of the cause using fluoroscopy. If the cause cannot be determined, withdraw the device. Moving or torquing the device against resistance may result in damage to the vessel or device.
• Maintain a constant infusion of an appropriate flush solution.
• If flow through the device becomes restricted, do not attempt to clear the lumen by infusion. Remove and replace the device.
Potential Adverse Events
Possible complications include, but are not limited to, the following:
acute occlusion; false aneurysm formation; ischemia; air embolism; death; hematoma or hemorrhage at puncture site; neurological deficits including stroke; distal embolization; infection; emboli; intracranial hemorrhage; vessel spasm, thrombosis, dissection, or perforation.