Specifications
The pITA RX Neuro PTA Balloon Catheter is specifically designed for the treatment of intracranial stenoses, offering easy access and advanced safety features. It is manufactured by phenox GmbH in Germany.

Design and Dimensions
The catheter features a distal shaft diameter of 2.5F (0.83mm) and a proximal shaft diameter of 1.9F (0.63mm), with a total length of 160 cm. It includes centrally located x-ray markers for precise positioning.

Balloon Specifications
The catheter is available in various balloon diameters ranging from 1.25 mm to 4.0 mm, and lengths from 10 mm to 40 mm. The nominal pressure for balloons with diameters of 1.25 mm and 1.5 mm is 10 atm, with a rated burst pressure of 18 atm. For larger diameters, the nominal pressure is 6 atm, with a rated burst pressure of 14 atm.

Key Features

• Indicated for intracranial stenoses.
• Rapid exchange system for easier delivery.
• Advanced flexibility and hydrophilic coating for easy access to distal lesions.
• "Zero profile" x-ray markers for enhanced visibility.
• Non-compliant balloons for diameters of 1.25 mm and 1.5 mm; semi-compliant for others.

Regulatory Status
The pITA RX Neuro PTA Balloon Catheter has received the CE Mark (CE 0297) but is not approved for sale or use in the United States.

Clinical Application
An illustrative case involves a 74-year-old male with symptomatic intracranial stenosis treated with the pITA-200-20 model, demonstrating the catheter's low balloon crossing profile and effective treatment outcomes.