Tracheobronchial guidewire

Definition

A sterile metal wire intended to assist the insertion/positioning of a diagnostic/therapeutic device(s) [e.g., bronchoscope, catheter] exclusively within the tracheobronchial tree. It is typically coated with a plastic material [e.g., polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), commonly known as Teflon, or polyethylene (PE)]. It may have radiopaque graduated markings at the distal end to assist in the fluoroscopic monitoring of its advancement/position within the body. This is a single-use device.

GUDID devices

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Last updated

2026-06-11 06:05:26