The new VXT vascular graft combines
Atrium’s
proven microporous PTFE architecture with advanced composite reinforcement
technology. The result: a hardier, easy to handle 2-layer graft
with superior suture retention and suture line integrity. Atrium’s
VXT 2-layer construction is one of the strongest, most durable
vascular grafts ever constructed.
VXT's Soft-Wrap™ increased porosity allows
better tissue incorporation and more complete penetration of
fibroblasts. The increase porosity (averaging 60um) is designed
to allow cells to freely penetrate and create a more natural
biological response.
On average, VXT vascular grafts exhibit 120%
greater suture retention compared to its closest reinforced
PTFE Graft competitor, and upwards of 40% greater radial
burst strength. This means less of a chance of suture
pullout and/or needle hole elongation, even in challenging
AV graft locations. Greater radial burst strength means improved
graft stability following dialysis needle cannulation or distal
Fem-Pop angulations.
Atrium’s innovative Composite
Reinforcement Technology™(CRT) also provides
improved radial torque, kink and compression resistance,
with uncompromising handling. Atrium has created a hardier,
more
durable composite graft construction that is significantly
less dense than other reinforced PTFE and/or polymer bonded,
heparin coated PTFE grafts. Atrium’s lighter, less dense
reinforcement film has an average porosity of 60µm,
and has been carefully engineered for a more natural healing
response.
Introducing the VXT Trumpet
The
new VXT Trumpet (seen above) has been engineered for the
surgeon who prefers a larger
graduated
hood at the distal anastomosis. The 2-layer
reinforced VXT Composite Trumpet Taper can be
easily trimmed to accommodate a more gradual
anastomotic diameter, and for more precise
anatomical placement and maximum flow
dynamics.
