| Literature DB >> 3763932 |
T P Smith, M D Darcy, D W Hunter, W R Castaneda-Zuniga, K Amplatz.
Abstract
A super-stiff spring guide wire is described, which overcomes some of the drawbacks of the Lunderquist-Ring guide wire. The new wire couples maximum stiffness with a smooth, gradual transition to a floppy tip, thus decreasing the likelihood of breakage and organ perforation.Mesh:
Year: 1986 PMID: 3763932 DOI: 10.1148/radiology.161.2.3763932
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Radiology ISSN: 0033-8419 Impact factor: 11.105