Abbott launches enhanced vascular closure system
Abbott has launched its next-generation StarClose SE vascular closure system, which enables secure closure of the femoral artery access site following a catheterization procedure.
StarClose SE, which stands for safe and extravascular, builds upon the design of its predecessor, StarClose, with enhancements that include:
StarClose SE, which stands for safe and extravascular, builds upon the design of its predecessor, StarClose, with enhancements that include:
- An intuitive, numbered system, providing visual guidance and audible clicks for each step leading to clip deployment;
- Immediate vessel closure with deployment of a shape-memory clip onto the surface of an artery; and
- Added device stability for the operator during clip deployment.