CapBuster is a balloon catheter and guidewire combination device that utilizes a patented screw-thread mechanism to apply controlled pressure for penetrating calcified caps in chronic total occlusions (CTOs). This device offers a cost-effective, low-risk solution that significantly enhances penetration capabilities, enabling physicians to treat CTOs with minimal training and without the need for expensive capital equipment.
Funding
$50K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Chronic total occlusions (CTOs), encountered in a significant percentage of angiography patients, present a challenge for endovascular specialists due to hard, calcified blockages. Current treatments often involve complex tools like lasers or bypass surgery, which are expensive, require extensive training, and carry associated risks. Existing minimally invasive devices may be ineffective or too costly, limiting their accessibility.
Solution
CapBuster is a balloon catheter and guidewire combination device designed to facilitate the safe and controlled crossing of calcified caps in CTOs through the true lumen. The device utilizes a patented screw-thread mechanism to apply gradual, sustained pressure, using the balloon catheter as an anchor. This approach provides a mechanically superior method for penetrating blockages, delivering significantly higher peak penetration compared to competitors without energy loss at the tip. The physician retains control, as the device can be advanced or retracted at any time.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes endovascular specialists treating patients with chronic total occlusions (CTOs) who seek a cost-effective and easy-to-use solution.
Features
- Patented screw-thread mechanism for controlled pressure application
- Balloon catheter and guidewire combination for ease of use
- Ability to advance or reverse the device at any time for enhanced control
- Compatibility with standard tools and techniques used in angioplasties
- High penetration force through calcified blockages