The Merit Medical PreludeEASE Hydrophilic Sheath Introducer (REF PHR4F7018SC) is a single-use vascular access introducer engineered to support efficient sheath insertion and exchange in catheter-based procedures. Its hydrophilic coating is intended to reduce insertion friction, while the integrated dilator and hemostasis valve are designed to support consistent procedural workflow in cath lab and angiography suite environments.

Key Features
Hydrophilic-coated sheath body intended to reduce insertion force and facilitate smooth tracking.
Integrated hemostasis valve designed to limit blood loss during catheter exchanges.
Tapered dilator transition intended to minimize vessel trauma at the access site.
Radiopaque marker characteristics: Not specified in the located sources.
Side port with three-way stopcock for flushing and aspiration.
Color-coded hub for rapid French-size identification.
Sterile, single-patient-use configuration packaged for procedural readiness.

Clinical Applications
Intended to provide vascular access for the introduction of intravascular devices such as guidewires and catheters during diagnostic and interventional procedures. Specific indications, contraindications, warnings, and precautions are defined by the manufacturer's Instructions for Use; clinicians should consult the official IFU prior to use.

Product Information
Brand: Merit Medical
Product Line: PreludeEASE Hydrophilic Sheath Introducer
REF / UPN: PHR4F7018SC
Category: Coronary Introducer Sheaths
Indicated French Size: Configuration consistent with 4F (verify against official product matrix prior to ordering).
Working Length: Not specified in the located sources.
Guidewire Compatibility: Not specified in the located sources.
Sterility: Sterile, single-use.
Regulatory Status: Refer to the manufacturer for region-specific regulatory clearances.