Vessix has created a “second generation” percutaneous renal denervation system for the treatment of hypertensive patients. The V2 System consists of the V2 Catheter, a non-compliant balloon catheter with RF electrodes mounted on the exterior of the balloon, the V2 Bipolar RF Generator and connecting cables. Once inserted into the renal artery, a 30 second inflation/treatment per renal artery delivers simultaneous RF therapy to all electrode pairs.

The V2 catheter is available in balloon diameters of 4.0mm, 5.0mm, 6.0mm and 7.0 mm with a balloon length of 25mm and a total working length of approximately 90cm. The V2 Catheter connects directly to the V2 Generator, or by means of an optional non-sterile extension cable that is approximately 3 meters in length.

The V2 balloon catheter is inflated at a very low pressure until electrodes are properly apposed against the renal artery wall. Controlled low-powered RF energy is then delivered briefly to the electrodes by the V2 Generator. This delivery of energy causes thermal heat to perfuse through the artery wall into the adventitia layer of the artery and results in denervation of the target renal nerves. During the treatment the RF generator transmits average low power of approximately 2 watts at each electrode. The RF generator provides visible prompts to guide the operator through setup and treatment steps.