Founder
Butterfly Medical
Butterfly Medical has developed a minimally invasive, implantable device that treats Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) by retracting lateral lobes without cutting or burning tissue. This non-surgical solution offers a reversible treatment option for the approximately 30 million men worldwide experiencing BPH symptoms, significantly improving their quality of life.
- Biotechnology
- Healthcare Technology
- Medical Devices
Updated 7 months ago
Funding
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Problem
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) affects a significant portion of the aging male population, leading to lower urinary tract symptoms that can significantly diminish quality of life. Current BPH treatments often involve tissue-damaging procedures or medications with undesirable side effects. Many men seek a minimally invasive, reversible alternative that avoids the risks associated with traditional surgical interventions.
Solution
Butterfly Medical offers a minimally invasive, implantable device designed to treat BPH by gently retracting the lateral lobes of the prostate without cutting, burning, or removing tissue. This non-surgical approach provides a reversible treatment option that aims to alleviate BPH symptoms while preserving the possibility of future interventions. The device is designed for long-term use and can be implanted in various clinical settings, potentially even under local anesthesia. By avoiding tissue ablation, the Butterfly Medical device seeks to minimize complications and offer a more patient-friendly solution for BPH management.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes men experiencing symptomatic BPH who are seeking a minimally invasive and reversible treatment option, as well as urologists looking for a less invasive alternative to traditional BPH therapies.
Features
- Minimally invasive implantation procedure
- Retraction of lateral lobes without cutting, burning, or puncturing tissue
- Designed to be a long-term solution
- Fully reversible, allowing for future interventions if needed
- Simple procedure with a short learning curve
- Applicable in various settings: clinic, ambulatory surgery center (ASC), or hospital
- Can be performed under local anesthesia