Filterlex Medica develops the CAPTIS® full-body embolic protection device, designed to capture and remove embolic particles during catheter-based structural heart procedures like TAVI. This technology reduces the risk of stroke and other complications by preventing the migration of emboli to the brain and distal organs.
Funding
$17.8M 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
During catheter-based left-heart procedures like TAVI, embolic particles are often released into the bloodstream. These particles can migrate to the brain, causing neurological deficiencies ranging from cognitive impairment to debilitating stroke, and to distal organs, potentially resulting in acute kidney injury and ischemia.
Solution
Filterlex Medica's CAPTIS® is a full-body embolic protection device designed to deflect, capture, and remove embolic particles released during catheter-based structural heart procedures. The CAPTIS® device is easily deployed and retrieved and is securely positioned in the aorta, protecting its surface without requiring additional arterial access or interfering with the procedure workflow. Its triple-action design provides comprehensive embolic protection, reducing the risk of stroke and other complications associated with TAVI procedures.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes interventional cardiologists and hospitals performing catheter-based left-heart procedures, specifically TAVI, seeking to minimize the risk of embolic events and improve patient outcomes.
Features
- Full-body embolic protection via deflection, capture, and removal of particles
- Easy and intuitive deployment and retrieval
- Secure positioning in the aorta, protecting the aortic surface
- Seamless integration with TAVI procedures
- No additional arterial access required
- Does not interfere with procedure devices or workflow
- Stable and safe anchoring
- Very stable aortic arch deflector
- Accommodates anatomical variations