What is an Angio-Seal closure device?

Angio-seal is a medical device indicated for use in closing and reducing time to hemostasis at the femoral arterial puncture site in patients who have undergone diagnostic angiography procedures or interventional procedures (minimal artery diameter of 4mm).

How do you remove Angio seals?

SEAL THE PUNCTURE

1. Gently pull back on the Angio-Seal VIP device until the suture has stopped spooling.
2. Maintain upward tension on the device and gently advance the compaction tube until resistance is felt.
3. Cut the suture and remove the device.

What is a Angio-seal used for?

The Angio-Seal arterial closure device is widely used to prevent bleeding and facilitate early ambulation after arterial puncture.

What is the Angio Seal and what does it do?

Fast Sealing. Angio-seal is a medical device indicated for use in closing and reducing time to hemostasis at the femoral arterial puncture site in patients who have undergone diagnostic angiography procedures or interventional procedures (minimal artery diameter of 4mm).

How do you remove an Angio Seal VIP device?

The anchor is now locked in place and device is ready to be deployed. Gently pull back on the Angio-Seal VIP device until the suture has stopped spooling. Maintain upward tension on the device and gently advance the compaction tube until resistance is felt. Cut the suture and remove the device.

Which is the Angio Seal for femoral artery puncture?

Quickly and securely seal femoral artery punctures with the Angio-Seal VIP vascular closure device. The V-Twist Integrated Platform (VIP) is a unique technology providing a larger collagen footprint for better arteriotomy coverage and enhanced conformability around the artery.

How long does Angio Seal leg pain last after an angiogram?

As I write this (after my first angiogram), it’s now 23 days after my angiogram, and while I can still feel discomfort in the Angio-Seal area, it no longer hurts. It’s more like I can feel it, and if anything it’s a very mild pain.