Healthcare Industry News: critical limb ischemia
News Release - August 10, 2009
Pathway Medical Technologies Introduces Jetstream G2 NXT
Smaller 7 French Compatible Atherectomy Catheter Now Available to Treat Larger Patient PopulationKIRKLAND, Wash., Aug 10--(HSMN NewsFeed)--Pathway Medical Technologies, Inc., an innovator of endovascular treatments for peripheral arterial disease (PAD), today introduced the 7 French compatible version of its peripheral atherectomy catheter. Jetstream G2™ NXT is based on the company’s state-of-the-art catheter technology capable of treating the entire spectrum of disease found in patients suffering from PAD, including hard and soft plaque, calcium, fibrotic lesions and thrombus. 7 French compatibility allows physicians to use Jetstream G2 NXT in the treatment of PAD in a more diverse patient population, significantly expanding the number of patients who can now benefit from this innovative technology.
“The 7 French compatible Jetstream G2 NXT is nearly identical to Jetstream G2, but has the advantages associated with smaller sheath technology,” said Dr. Robert Bersin at Seattle Cardiology. “As such, it expands my ability to treat more anatomies and patients with varying degrees of PAD.”
Approximately 12 million Americans suffer from the effects of PAD and many in this rapidly expanding patient population go undiagnosed. Commonly associated with high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, stroke and aging, PAD causes a build-up of plaque within the arteries that limits blood flow to the extremities. PAD can lead to severe limb pain, non-healing ulcers and critical limb ischemia and, if left untreated, can lead to gangrene, amputation and even death. The most common intervention for PAD has historically included highly-invasive procedures, including bypass surgery. Unfortunately, many patients are poor surgical candidates for whom surgery can be life threatening. Atherectomy—the removal of the blockage by inserting a specialized catheter into the artery to remove the fatty buildup from the artery walls—has proven to be an effective, first-line option in minimally invasive PAD intervention. Yet, until now, atherectomy devices have not been effective in removing all types of hard and soft tissue plaque.
“Today’s news coupled with the recent FDA clearance to market Jetstream G2 for thrombus removal underscores our unwavering commitment to provide new and better treatment options for the millions of Americans suffering from PAD,” commented Pathway Medical Technologies President and CEO Paul Buckman. “With the introduction of Jetstream G2 NXT, we are able to provide much needed atherectomy treatment to an expanded patient population.”
About Jetstream G2 NXT
Jetstream G2 NXT is a peripheral atherectomy catheter designed to remove all kinds of artery-clogging plaque in the lower limbs of patients. This innovative and minimally invasive solution clears blockages in the peripheral vasculature, restores blood flow and effectively treats PAD.
Jetstream G2 NXT consists of a sterile, single-use catheter and control pod and a reusable, compact console that mounts to a standard I.V. stand. The catheter has an expandable cutting tip that safely debulks and preemptively removes both hard and soft plaque, as well as calcium, thrombus and fibrotic lesions. A highly efficient aspiration port located just proximal to the cutting blades continually removes excised tissue and thrombus from the treatment site to a collection bag located on the console. The distal portion of the catheter also possesses infusion ports that provide continuous infusion of sterile saline during the atherectomy procedure. Active aspiration is a safety feature that minimizes the risk of distal embolization.
With simple set up and an ergonomic design for easy operation by trained clinicians, Jetstream G2 NXT maximizes treatment effectiveness and offers renewed hope for non-surgical candidates and the benefits of a minimally invasive treatment option, including faster recovery and decreased systemic complications.
About Pathway Medical Technologies, Inc.
Pathway Medical Technologies, Inc. was founded to design market and manufacture medical devices for the treatment of vascular disease. The company’s initial focus is treating peripheral arterial disease (PAD) more quickly and effectively than existing technologies. An estimated 12 million people are afflicted by PAD in the U.S. and that number is projected to grow to over 20 million during the next 10 years. The company’s Jetstream® device allows for a minimally invasive procedure designed to restore circulation in the peripheral arteries by removing both hard and soft diseased tissue. For further information, visit the company’s Web site at www.pathwaymedical.com.
Source: Pathway Medical Technologies
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