PLATO® 17
Microcatheter

Introducing Plato® 17, a breakthrough approach to neurovascular care that provides the softness and stability ideal for the smooth delivery of embolic coils, stents, PVA, DMSO, and Onyx. Experience the cutting-edge technology of one of the first neuro-indicated, microfabricated microcatheters on the market.

Microfabrication in microcatheters

Experience the pinnacle of precision with Plato® 17’s microfabrication, tailored meticulously to navigate neuroanatomy. Boasting thousands of transition zones, Plato® 17 ensures a seamless flexibility gradient: a continuously transitioning flexibility profile designed to prevent prolapse out of a selected vessel. Its distinctive design – an intricate pattern of rings and beams on the nitinol tube – results in direct push translation from end to tip, achieving a near one-to-one push response. This not only wards off kinking but also helps preserve the lumen's integrity even in challenging vasculature. In stark contrast, conventional braid and coil devices tend to accumulate energy, causing instability and unpredictability.

Discover the next generation of Scientia technology

Dive into the capabilities of Plato® 17, empowered by Scientia’s progressive microfabrication technology. Designed for complex anatomy, Plato® 17 masters the intricate balance of dexterity and strength, providing careful treatment delivery to the disease site.

Plato 17 feature one image optimal push

Optimal push & stability

Plato® 17 incorporates uniquely microfabricated beams for transmitting pure push force, sidestepping material compression or energy storage. Result? A reliable catheter placement as you administer treatment.

Seamless navigation

With over 10,000 distinct features spanning its length, Plato® 17 offers a smooth tracking experience. Say goodbye to the jarring inconsistencies of segmented braid and coil designs.

Plato 17 feature 2 seamless navigation
Plato 17 feature 3 soft support

The perfect blend of softness & support

Plato® 17 strikes an optimal chord. Marrying the gentleness of its coil tip with the sturdiness of a microfabricated nitinol body, it’s designed for unified, soft, and stable navigation every step of the therapeutic journey.

Product specifications

Proprietary design enables thousands of transition zones to address complex anatomy and enhance performance.
Plato 17 Microcatheter with straight,
steam-shapable distal tip
Plato 17 Microcatheter with pre-shaped,
45-degree distal tip
Plato 17 Microcatheter with pre-shaped,
90-degree distal tip
Product ref
PL17-160-000
PL17-160-045
PL17-160-090
Nominal inner diameter
0.017 in
0.017 in
0.017 in
Guidewire compatibility
0.014 in
0.014 in
0.014 in
Max outer diameter distal/proximal
1.7F (0.022")/2.1F (0.028")
1.7F (0.022")/2.1F (0.028")
1.7F (0.022")/2.1F (0.028")
Usable length
160 cm
160 cm
160 cm
Hydrophilic coating length
90 cm
90 cm
90 cm
Marker bands
2
2
2
Tip shape
Straight
Pre-shaped 45-degree
Pre-shaped 90-degree
Indications for use

The Plato® 17 Microcatheter is intended for the introduction of therapeutic devices, infusion of diagnostic agents, such as contrast media, and delivery of embolization materials to the peripheral and neuro vasculature systems. The Plato® 17 Microcatheter is not intended for use in the coronary vasculature.

Contraindications

None known.

Warnings and precautions
  • The Plato® 17 Microcatheter should be manipulated under fluoroscopy. Do not attempt to move the micro catheter without observing the resulting tip response. Movement of the microcatheter against resistance may result in damage to the microcatheter or injury to the patient.

    Diagnostic agents, therapeutic devices, and embolization materials should be used in accordance with information provided by their respective manufacturer and labeling.

    Never advance or withdraw any device within the catheter against resistance until the cause of the resistance is determined.

    Exchange microcatheters frequently during lengthy procedures that require extensive guidewire manipulation or multiple guidewire exchanges.

    The Plato® 17 Microcatheter was evaluated for the delivery of embolization materials, such as embolic coils, embolic particles, and liquid embolic agents, including Onyx. The use of these catheters for delivery of other embolization materials has not been evaluated.

    The Plato® 17 Microcatheter has not been evaluated for compatibility with embolization materials containing n-BCA, such as Trufill. Use of these devices with the Plato® 17 Microcatheter could result in device damage that may lead to catheter failure and patient injury.

    The Plato® 17 Microcatheter was evaluated for the delivery of therapeutic devices, such as stents.

    The Plato® 17 Microcatheter is not compatible with stent retrievers. Use of these devices with the Plato® 17  Microcatheter could result in device damage that may lead to catheter failure and to enhance embolic risks.

    The Plato® 17 Microcatheter was evaluated for compatibility with agents that include contrast media, saline, dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), ethanol, and ethiodized oil (e.g. lipiodol). The use of these catheters for delivery of solutions other than the types that have been tested for compatibility has not been evaluated.

Case Study

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Case Study 01
Enhancing Flow Diverter Delivery
  • Giant cavernous ICA aneurysm treated with flow diversion using Surpass Streamline flow diverter
  • TracStar LDP enhances flow diverter delivery with greater stability and control

Surpass Streamline is a registered trademark of Stryker Corporation which does not sponsor or endurse the products of Imperative Care, Inc.

Case Study 02
Enhancing Flow Diverter Delivery
  • Giant cavernous ICA aneurysm treated with flow diversion using Surpass Streamline flow diverter
  • TracStar LDP enhances flow diverter delivery with greater stability and control

Surpass Streamline is a registered trademark of Stryker Corporation which does not sponsor or endurse the products of Imperative Care, Inc.

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