BEFLEX
BEFLEXTM:  Bradycardia leads

EASY1, FAST2 and SAFE3

  • Pin driven extendable/retractable helix

  • 6F lead body, 7F introducer

  • High flexibility thanks to silicone insulation

BEFLEX



Model

RF

Fixation

Retractable Screw

Introducer

1 lead

7 F

1 lead + guidewire

9 F

Distal electrode

Shape

Active screw

Material

Pt / Ir + TiN coating

Pacing surface

4 mm²

Steroid

< 1 mg of DSP*

X ray markers

Yes

Screw mechanism

Pin driven

Proximal electrode

Material

Pt / Ir

Surface

44 mm²

Inter electrode distance

10 mm

Lead body

Insulation

Silicone

Conductors

MP35N

Internal coil

4 wires (max resistance 50 Ohm)

External coil

4 wires (max resistance 100 Ohm)

Diameter

6 F

Length / model

45 cm RF44D

52 cm RF45D

58 cm RF46D

Connector

Type

IS-1 BI (3.2 mm)

Serial number identification

TRF4 (45 cm) - TRF5 (52 cm) - TRF6 (58 cm)

 

 

 

1. 99% of clinical evaluation investigators concluded that BeFlex leads had either "equal", "better" or "the best" X-ray visibility of the lead body in the atrium when compared to other similar models typically used by investigators; 97% of investigators concluded that BeFlex leads had either "equal", "better" or "the best" maneuverability in the ventricle; 95% of investigators concluded that BeFlex leads had either "equal", "better" or "the best" overall ease of lead placement in the ventricle; 94% of investigators concluded that BeFlex leads had either "equal", "better" or "the best" Ease of extension/retraction of helix in the ventricle.

 

2. 97% of clinical evaluation investigators concluded that BeFlex leads had either "equal", "better" or "the best" Lead advancement through the vein in the atrium when compared to other similar models typically used by investigators; 96% of investigators concluded that BeFlex leads had either "equal", "better" or "the best" Lead tip positioning in the ventricle; 94% of investigators concluded that BeFlex leads had either "equal", "better" or "the best" Lead placement time in both the atrium and the ventricle.

 

3. During clinical evaluation, it has been demonstrated that the BeFlex leads provided low acute pacing thresholds and satisfying impedance values in both cavities. The amplitudes, impedance values and thresholds were stable during the one month follow up; In the clinical evaluation, the sponsor noted that the preliminary clinical data has provided sufficient proof that the Beflex lead is safe and effective for its intended use.

 

BEFLEX leads are not available in the USA.

 



Clinical Update

Clinical Cases

Slow Ventricular Tachycardia: A New Therapeutic Approach

Reviews

Minimizing RV Pacing with a New Pacing Algorithm for Implantable Pacemakers and Defibrillators: ADI Mode

Bibliography

Bibliography of references

Related Sites

American College of Cardiology

American Heart Association

Heart Rhythm Society

European Society of Cardiology

Heart Failure Matters