a reinforced intravascular catheter adapted for use in performing minimally invasive medical procedures . a catheter , in accordance with the present invention , comprising an inner tubular member having an outer surface , a proximal end , a distal end , and a lumen extending therethrough . the catheter further including a support member overlaying the inner tubular member and conforming to the outer surface thereof , the support member including at least one filament forming a plurality of turns . the support member further including at least one multi - layered portion having a first layer and a plurality of additional layers , each layer comprising a plurality of turns formed by at least one filament , the plurality of additional layers each overlaying at least the first layer . the catheter also including an outer layer overlaying both the support member and the inner tubular member . a method of fabricating a catheter in accordance with the present invention is also disclosed .