The startup develops a temporary pacemaker that enhances cardiac stimulation while minimizing procedural complications. This device enables healthcare professionals to reduce ICU stays and improve safety for cardiac patients through its advanced compatibility and reliability.
Funding
$830K 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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Product
Problem
Temporary cardiac pacing, a procedure performed over two million times annually, often relies on endovenous electrodes lacking secure fixation, leading to complications such as electrode displacement and cardiac rupture. Traditional methods necessitate ICU admission for monitoring, restricting patient mobility and increasing healthcare costs.
Solution
ICU Medical Technologies addresses these issues with KronoSafe®, a system designed for temporary cardiac pacing using active-fixation leads and reusable pacemaker generators. KronoSafe® enhances the stability of the electrode connection to the endocardium, reducing complications and enabling early patient rehabilitation. The system's design allows for temporary cardiac pacing outside of the ICU, preserving patient mobility and reducing the length of stay. KronoSafe® is compatible with most single and dual chamber generators, promoting efficient reuse of existing equipment.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes cardiologists and critical care physicians seeking to improve the safety and effectiveness of temporary cardiac pacing, as well as hospitals aiming to reduce ICU stays and associated costs.
Features
- Active-fixation leads that anchor to the endocardium, enhancing stability and reducing displacement
- Subjection system compatible with most single and dual chamber pacemaker generators
- Components include a generator case, lead pass piece, cover, and lead fixation device
- Design facilitates temporary cardiac pacing outside the ICU, preserving patient mobility
- Reduced complication rates compared to traditional temporary pacing methods