Selio Medical develops the Selio Sealant System, a single-use device that employs a biodegradable hydrogel sealant to pre-seal the access route into the lung during transthoracic needle biopsies. This technology significantly reduces the incidence of pneumothorax, allowing patients to safely return home the same day and minimizing healthcare costs associated with hospitalization and invasive treatments.
Funding
$30K 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 transthoracic needle biopsies, approximately one in three patients experience pneumothorax, a collapsed lung. This complication often necessitates hospitalization for invasive treatment, significantly increasing healthcare costs and negatively impacting patient well-being.
Solution
Selio Medical has developed the Selio Sealant System, a single-use device designed to proactively reduce pneumothorax incidence during transthoracic needle biopsies. The system employs a biodegradable hydrogel sealant delivered via a percutaneous needle to pre-seal the access route into the lung before the biopsy. By providing pneumothorax protection, the Selio Sealant System aims to enable patients to safely return home the same day, minimizing the need for hospitalization and associated costs. The technology seamlessly integrates with current biopsy procedures, improving patient care and preventing further complications.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes pulmonologists, radiologists, and other clinicians performing transthoracic needle biopsies, as well as hospitals and outpatient centers seeking to reduce pneumothorax rates and improve patient outcomes.
Features
- Single-use device for easy integration into existing biopsy workflows
- Biodegradable hydrogel sealant that is safe for the patient
- Percutaneous delivery needle for precise sealant placement
- Prophylactic approach to pneumothorax prevention
- Designed to reduce hospitalizations and associated healthcare costs