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Distal hooks at each end of the side struts allow for filter anchoring (Figure 9G). It is composed of nitinol material, making it MRI compatible.This filter has a small and long delivery system (8F), thus, permitting placement via the antecubital approach.
As a metal alloy of nickel and titanium, Nitinol exhibits the unique properties of shape memory and superelasticity. Innovations in the manufacturing and processing of Nitinol have led to a great expansion of Nitinol medical devices in a variety of therapeutic areas.