The Merit Medical Prelude Marker Tip Sheath Introducer (REF PRO-8F-11MT) is a single-use vascular access introducer featuring a radiopaque marker at the distal tip to support accurate fluoroscopic placement during coronary and peripheral interventions. The Prelude family is engineered to deliver smooth vessel entry, reliable hemostasis, and predictable device exchanges in catheterization lab workflows.

Key Features
Radiopaque distal marker tip for enhanced fluoroscopic visualization
Kink-resistant sheath body designed to maintain lumen integrity during device manipulation
Integrated hemostasis valve intended to minimize blood loss and air ingress during catheter exchanges
Dedicated sidearm with three-way stopcock for flushing, aspiration, and contrast or medication administration
Tapered dilator designed for smooth transition and atraumatic vessel entry
Packaged with a compatible guidewire in standard procedural kit configurations (confirm kit contents on the outer label)

Clinical Applications
Percutaneous arterial or venous access to facilitate the introduction of intravascular catheters and interventional devices
Supports diagnostic and interventional coronary procedures
Supports peripheral vascular access where marker-tip visualization is preferred
Intended for use by trained interventional clinicians in a catheterization or angiography suite setting

Product Information
Brand: Merit Medical
Product Line: Prelude Marker Tip (MT) Sheath Introducer
Category: Coronary Introducer Sheaths
REF / UPN: PRO-8F-11MT
French Size: 8F (as indicated by reference code)
Working Length: 11 cm (as indicated by reference code)
Tip Configuration: Radiopaque marker tip
Configuration: Sheath introducer with tapered dilator; additional kit components per manufacturer packaging
Sterility: Supplied sterile, single use
Latex Information: Not specified in the located sources
Storage: Store per manufacturer instructions for use (IFU)
Regulatory Status: Refer to manufacturer documentation for market-specific clearances