• Gradient Hole Sizes – Exclusive gradient hole sizes allow uniform infusion of therapeutic agent along the entire length of the infusion segment. Holes are laser drilled to provide a superior infusion pattern for continuous slow-drip or pulsed infusion techniques.

• Longer Infusion Segments – Both the 4F and 5F products have infusion segments from 5cm – 50cm.

• Catheter – Compatible with 0.035” (0.89mm) guide wire. Fabricated to provide the proper stiffness for good trackability and ease of placement.

• Occluding Wire – Effectively blocks off the end hole of the catheter so the therapeutic agent is directed out the side holes into the thrombus.

• Hemostasis Valve – Large bore valve allows easy wire placement while minimizing patient blood loss. Airless rotator minimizes bubbles.

• High Pressure Check Relief Valve – Designed so injection occurs only from the infusion syringe. Unique “in-line” design provides better handling during pulsed infusion.

4F PROPRIETARY SNAP CAP

The cap at the proximal end of the occluding wire snaps into the hemostasis valve ensuring correct wire placement and adding security for overnight or long-term infusions.

PRODUCT COMPARISON

The side holes on the Fountain Infusion Catheter rotate around the catheter to create a more uniform dispersion of therapeutic agent.

The 4 French and 5 French Fountain Infusion Systems are available with the Squirt or with an infusion system containing a high pressure check-relief valve and infusion syringe. Both systems contain a Merit AccessPLUSTM hemostasis valve and a 20ml reservoir syringe.

5F PROPRIETARY WIRE PROTECTOR CAP

The wire protector cap covers the proximal end of the occluding wire and snaps into the hemostasis valve.

SQUIRT® FLUID DELIVERY SYSTEM

Consistent, forceful, pulsed injections for optimal thrombolysis procedures.

PULSE INFUSION KITS

Pulse Infusion Kits are designed to be used with the Fountain® and Mistique® Infusion Catheters. Products are available with 1ml infusion syringe, 20ml reservoir syringe, and check relief valve; some kits also contain a hemostasis valve.

Contraindications

The Fountain Infusion System with Squirt is contraindicated for use in the coronary vasculature. The Fountain Infusion System with Squirt is contraindicated for use during magnetic resonance imaging.

Cautions

Do not use the Fountain Infusion System with a power injector. Damage to the catheter or hemostasis valve may occur.

Do not infuse solution through the Fountain Infusion System without the Merit Occluding Wire in place. Failure to use the Merit Occluding Wire will result in the majority of therapeutic solution infusing only from the end of the catheter and not through the side ports. Do not infuse into the Fountain Infusion Catheter with any wire in place other than the Merit Occluding Wire. Using a standard guide wire or another manufacturer’s occluding wire could result in potential catheter damage and/or patient injury. The Fountain Infusion System with Squirt should be used only by physicians who have a thorough understanding of infusion therapies and the associated complications of those infusion therapies.

Do not substitute or modify any components of the system with a component manufactured by any other manufacturer. Merit Medical cannot guarantee the proper function of another manufacturer’s components. Use only the Merit Access Plus™ hemostasis valve with this Fountain Infusion Catheter. When introducing the Fountain Infusion Catheter through a synthetic graft, an introducer sheath should be used. Damage to the infusion catheter may occur if no introducer sheath is used. 

Warning

A guide wire should never be advanced or withdrawn against resistance. If a guide wire is advanced where there is resistance, it could cause vessel trauma and/or wire damage. The cause of the resistance should be determined utilizing fluoroscopy. All components must be adequately flushed with heparinized saline to displace air prior to insertion into the body. Complications may occur if air has not been displaced. Correct placement of the guiding wire, catheter, and occluding wire should be verified by fluoroscopy. Failure to use fluoroscopy could result in incorrect placement resulting in patient injury or death. Ensure that all connections are secure before use. Do not over tighten as excessive force may damage the product.