Introducer sheaths, also known as guiding sheaths, are medical devices used in various procedures to help guide and introduce other medical instruments or devices into the body. They are typically made of flexible material such as polyethylene or polyurethane.Introducer sheaths are commonly used in interventional cardiology, radiology, and vascular surgery. They are used to facilitate the insertion of catheters, guidewires, or other instruments through blood vessels or other body cavities. The sheaths provide a smooth pathway for the instruments, allowing for easier and safer insertion.Introducer sheaths come in different sizes and configurations to accommodate various medical procedures and the specific needs of the patient. They are often designed with a dilator at the tip to help expand the vessel or tissue during insertion.It's important to note that the use of introducer sheaths is a medical procedure that should only be performed by trained healthcare professionals.
