Cook Launches World's First MRI-Compliant Embolization Coil
at Society for Interventional Radiologists Annual Meeting

Bloomington, Ind. - Cook Inc., the world's leader in microcoils for embolization, has set a new standard by introducing the world's first high radial force embolization coil that is safe to use in the powerful magnetic fields generated by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) diagnostic equipment commonly used in hospitals today. Cook's new MReye Embolization Coils are designed to preserve the long-term option of using the increasingly popular MRI technology while reducing imaging artifacts by up to 1,900% compared to conventional stainless steel coils.

The new line of embolism coils is being launched by Cook at the annual meeting of the Society for Interventional Radiologists starting March 30 in Toronto, Canada.

"Cook is the world market leader in embolization coils, and this breakthrough technology ensures that physicians can continue bringing their patients the unmatched clinical benefits of Cook's embolization coil technology in a new design that eliminates any concern over future use of MR imaging technology for that patient," explained Rob Lyles, global director of Cook's Diagnostic and Interventional division.

Using a non-ferrous alloy, Cook has engineered its MReye coils to perform reliable, effective embolization procedures while keeping patients' MRI options open. Compatible in field strengths up to 3 Tesla, these coils are ideal for patients who may require an MRI scan in the future.

The new MReye Embolization Coils retain the clinical benefits found in stainless steel coils, including strong radial force and staying power, yet their higher radiodensity makes them even more visible under fluoroscopy. They are available in a variety of .035 and .038 inch configurations. For more information, visit www.cookmedical.com.

The world's largest privately held manufacturer of medical devices with international headquarters in Bloomington, Ind., COOK® (www.cookmedical.com/) is a leading designer, manufacturer and global distributor of minimally invasive medical device technology for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Since its founding in 1963, Cook has created innovative technologies for drug-eluting and bare metal stents, aortic and vascular endografts, catheters, wire guides, introducer needles and sheaths, embolization coils, medical biomaterials and contract manufacturing of biopharmaceuticals, vena cava filters and other minimally invasive medical devices for radiology, cardiology, urology and women's health, critical care medicine, surgery, gastroenterology, bone access and endovascular therapies.

MEDIA CONTACT:
David McCarty
Director of Public Relations
Cook Incorporated - 812-339-2235 ext. 2387
Email: dmccarty@cook-inc.com

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