Durata Defibrillation Lead Reliability
The Durata Defibrillation Lead has a proven structural design which utilizes a unique Optim™ Insulation material that demonstrates excellent long-term durability3 and its thin 7 F size that can better accommodate multiple leads in a single vessel. Individuals requiring multi-lead systems, lead replacement, or who have small or tortuous veins provide some of the greatest challenges for implanting and managing patients with ICD leads. The Durata lead was designed to address these and other challenges associated with even the most difficult cases at every step in the process.
Performance for the Long Term
- Minimize lead abrasion with exclusive Optim Insulation, a unique hybrid of silicone and polyurethane, which increases flexibility and lubricity.1 Optim insulation also provides abrasion resistance to minimize the risk of lead-on-lead and lead-on-can abrasion in multi-lead systems.
- Restrict tissue growth into shock coils with exclusive flat wire shock coils completely back filled with silicone.
Confidence at Implant
Navigate challenging anatomy - the 7 F Durata Lead is the smallest ICD lead available today and may:
- Improve passage through crowded veins, as seen in patients requiring lead replacement
- Provide more options for lead access in the smaller cephalic vein
- Increase maneuverability in patients with small or tortuous veins
- Accommodate multiple or pre-existing leads in a single vessel utilizing the lubricious and flexible handling of the Durata lead
The DF4 Connector Header Difference
The DF4 Connector Header has a single terminal pin connection that decreases chances of lead-to-port mismatch. Fewer connections and setscrews lessen complexity, and the improved terminal pin visibility is designed to encourage proper lead connection.
1Jenney C, Tan J, Karicherla A, Burke J, Helland J. A new insulation material for cardiac leads with potential for improved performance, Heart Rhythm 2005, 2:S318-S319 (2005).
2 St. Jude Medical Product Performance Report, November 2011
3 Epstein, A.E., Baker, J.H., Beau, S.L., Deering, T.F., Greenberg, S.M., Goldman, D.S. Performance of the St. Jude Medical Riata Leads, HeartRhythm (2008), doi: 10.1016/j.hrthm.2008.10.030.