Venock has developed a percutaneous vascular closure device that automates the sealing of large bore punctures in the femoral vein, significantly reducing closure time to 1-2 minutes. This technology addresses the lengthy and resource-intensive process of manual compression, allowing for earlier patient mobilization and discharge while minimizing complications and hospital costs.
Funding
$9.8M 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
Current methods for closing large bore punctures in the femoral vein following interventional procedures, such as manual compression, are lengthy, resource-intensive, and can lead to complications like hematoma, pain, swelling, and vein thrombosis. The extended immobilization required increases the risk of complications and delays patient discharge. There is currently no effective vascular closure device for large bore venous punctures in clinical practice.
Solution
Venock has developed a percutaneous, handheld vascular closure device designed for automated closure of large bore punctures in the femoral vein after interventional procedures. Inserted over an existing guidewire, the Venock system seals the vein perforation in approximately 1-2 minutes. This rapid closure facilitates earlier patient mobilization and discharge, reduces the risk of complications associated with prolonged manual compression, and lowers overall hospital costs by freeing up resources and enabling more procedures to be performed in outpatient settings. The device aims to improve patient comfort, streamline cath lab procedures, and enhance the efficiency of transcatheter interventions.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes interventional cardiologists, hospitals, and outpatient centers performing trans-venous procedures requiring large bore venous access closure.
Features
- Percutaneous, handheld device for single-operator use.
- Automated closure of large bore venous punctures in 1-2 minutes.
- Facilitates rapid sealing of vein punctures, enabling earlier patient mobilization.
- Reduces complications such as hematoma, pain, swelling, and vein thrombosis associated with manual compression.
- Designed for use over existing guidewires, simplifying the closure process.
- Aims to convert more interventional procedures from inpatient to outpatient settings.