A Fremont, CA-based medical technology company specializes in External Counter Pulsation (ECP) therapy, a non-invasive treatment that enhances blood circulation and oxygen delivery to the heart without the need for surgery. This approach effectively addresses coronary artery disease in patients who are not candidates for traditional surgical interventions, reducing chest pain and improving overall heart function.
Funding
$32M 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
Many patients with coronary artery disease are not eligible for invasive procedures like bypass surgery or angioplasty. These patients often experience persistent chest pain and reduced quality of life due to insufficient blood flow to the heart.
Solution
This company offers External Counter Pulsation (ECP) therapy, a non-surgical, non-invasive treatment designed to improve blood circulation and oxygen delivery to the heart. ECP therapy uses pressure to rhythmically compress the lower limbs, timed with the patient's heartbeat. This process enhances blood flow back to the heart during diastole, promoting the growth of new blood vessels and improving overall cardiac function. The therapy aims to alleviate chest pain, increase exercise tolerance, and enhance the well-being of individuals with coronary artery disease who are not candidates for more invasive interventions.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes patients with coronary artery disease who are not suitable candidates for bypass surgery, angioplasty, or stenting, as well as those seeking a non-invasive alternative to manage their symptoms.
Features
- Non-invasive procedure performed on an outpatient basis
- Enhanced blood flow to the heart muscle
- Increased oxygen supply to cardiac tissue
- Promotion of new blood vessel growth (angiogenesis)
- Reduction in chest pain (angina)
- Improved exercise tolerance and overall quality of life