Vascular closure doesn’t have to be a pain
Until the early 90’s, the standard method for closing the artery after an interventional procedure was by applying manual pressure on the groin until the bleeding stopped. This process, which is still used by physicians, is uncomfortable for patients and requires a nurse or other clinician to apply manual pressure to the area for 15-30 minutes. Manual pressure is often followed by placement of a compression bandage on the groin while the patient lies flat on their back for 6-8 hours. Many patients describe this as the most uncomfortable part of the procedure.
Now, there are other, more comfortable options available. Vascular closure devices are products that were developed to close the access site faster so patients can get out of bed and be discharged from the hospital much sooner. There are a variety of different devices available, and although closure devices are effective and speed up the recovery process, most were not designed with patient comfort in mind.
With the Mynx device, closure never felt so good
The Mynx Vascular Closure Device is an innovative approach to vascular closure that, in addition to safety and effectiveness, is designed with patient comfort in mind. Unlike the other vascular closure devices that require tugging, pulling, and cinching during placement, the Mynx device / technology utilizes only a small balloon and a catheter to gently place the sealant on the outside of the artery. After the sealant is placed, the deflated balloon and the catheter are removed, leaving only the sealant at the site, which dissolves within 30 days.
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We leave nothing behind
Unlike some of the other vascular closure devices that use hard plastic, metal, or animal-based implants, the Mynx device/technology uses a soft, bio-absorbable, sponge-like material that absorbs blood and other fluids to seal the arteriotomy and stop the bleeding.
Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) is a substance found in a wide range of cosmetic and medical products including skin cream, cosmetics, toothpaste, eye drops, laxatives, and gel caps. Because of its biocompatibility and its ability to absorb blood quickly, it is the perfect material to cover the incision and stop the bleeding. Within 30 days, the sealant is naturally absorbed into the body, leaving nothing behind.
INDICATIONS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION >> This will link to the ICWP
INDICATIONS FOR USE
The Mynx Cadence is indicated for use to seal femoral arterial access sites while reducing times to hemostasis and ambulation in patients who have undergone diagnostic or interventional endovascular procedures utilizing a 5F, 6F or 7F procedural sheath.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
There are no known contraindications for Mynx Cadence.
WARNINGS
Do not use if the sterilization indicator dot on the pouch is yellow/gold.
Do not use if components or packaging appear to be damaged or defective or if any portion of the packaging has been previously opened.
DO NOT REUSE OR RESTERILIZE. Mynx Cadence is for single use only. The catheter is loaded with a single hydrogel sealant. Reuse of the device would result in no delivery of hydrogel sealant.
Do not use Mynx Cadence if the puncture site is located above the most inferior border of the inferior epigastric artery (IEA) and/or above the inguinal ligament based upon bony landmarks, since such a puncture site may result in a retroperitoneal hematoma/bleed. Perform a femoral angiogram to verify the location of the puncture site.
Do not use Mynx Cadence if the puncture is through the posterior wall or if there are multiple punctures, as such punctures may result in a retroperitoneal hematoma/bleed.
PRECAUTIONS
Mynx Cadence should only be used by a trained licensed physician or healthcare professional.
Mynx Cadence should not be used in patients with a known allergy to PEG.
