Aortic Valve Disease

MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Aug. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE: BSX) today announced it has obtained CE mark for the ACURATE Prime™ Aortic Valve System, the newest transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) technology in the company's structural heart portfolio. The ACURATE Prime valve system is designed with several features to build upon the clinical performance of the ACURATE neo2™ platform including an additional valve size, which expands the treatment range to patients with a larger anatomy. Continue Reading Video: ACURATE Prime Aortic Valve System ACURATE Prime™ Aortic Valve System The new ACURATE Prime valve system is indicated to restore function and normal blood flow through a narrowed aortic valve in low, intermediate and high-risk patients with severe aortic stenosis. With a self-expanding, supra-annular design, this device has an enhanced frame that equalizes force across the valve for a stable fit against the native, diseased valve. It also offers physicians a redesigned deployment mechanism for highly accurate valve positioning to help ensure positive patient outcomes. "The introduction of the ACURATE Prime technology offers physicians a TAVR option designed for streamlined procedural preparation, improved performance in complex cases and simplified delivery for quick and controlled deployment," said Janar Sathananthan, M.D., chief medical officer, Interventional Cardiology Therapies, Boston Scientific. "Further, our clinical experience with the valve to date has shown the ability for precise positioning of the device in a broader population of patients, allowing more clinicians to consider this technology for treatment in challenging or larger heart structures." The ACURATE Prime valve system will now be available for the treatment of aortic annulus diameters between 20.5 and 29 mm. It will also carry through many of the design features and clinical outcomes demonstrated in global studies with the ACURATE neo2 platform, including low pacemaker and paravalvular leak rates,1,2 strong hemodynamic performance,1 as well as unrestricted coronary access for future procedures. "We are thrilled to offer physicians a new valve with meaningful improvements for the treatment of an increasing number of patients with aortic valve disease," said Lance Bates, senior vice president and president, Interventional Cardiology Therapies, Boston Scientific. "Built on the ACURATE valve platform, which has been implanted in nearly 80,000 patients globally to date, the ACURATE Prime valve system is engineered to improve long-term cardiac function and provide access for future treatment needs, thereby supporting the lifetime management of these patients." The company will initiate the launch of the ACURATE Prime valve system in Europe in the coming weeks. For more information on the system, visit . *In Europe, the ACURATE neo2™ Aortic Valve System and the ACURATE Prime™ Aortic Valve System are CE-marked. In the USA, the ACURATE neo2 Aortic Valve System and the ACURATE Prime Aortic Valve System are investigational devices and are restricted under federal law to investigational use only. Not available for sale. About Boston Scientific Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of health care. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at and connect on LinkedIn and X, formerly Twitter. 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IRVINE, Calif.--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW) today announced investments that reflect the company’s deep commitment to advancing patient care through structural heart innovation, addressing large unmet patient needs and supporting sustainable long-term growth. Edwards has entered into an agreement to acquire JenaValve Technology , a pioneer in the transcatheter treatment of aortic regurgitation (AR), a deadly disease that impacts a significant and growing population and is largely untreated today. JenaValve presented positive results of its U.S. pivotal trial for the treatment of symptomatic, severe AR in high-risk patients late last year. As the pioneer in valve innovation for more than 60 years, Edwards believes it is uniquely positioned to lead this next frontier of aortic valve disease treatment. Edwards anticipates FDA approval of the JenaValve Trilogy Heart Valve System in late 2025, which will represent the first approved therapy for patients suffering from AR. Building on an investment made in 2016, Edwards has exercised its option to acquire Endotronix , a leader in heart failure (HF) management solutions. Many structural heart patients Edwards serves today also suffer from HF with limited options. This acquisition will expand Edwards’ structural heart portfolio into a new therapeutic area to address the large unmet needs of patients suffering from HF. Last month, Endotronix received FDA approval for Cordella, an implantable pulmonary artery pressure sensor allowing early, targeted therapeutic intervention. A CMS national coverage determination is expected in early 2025. “ These acquisitions expand our opportunities to address the unmet needs of aortic regurgitation and heart failure patients around the world,” said Bernard Zovighian, Edwards’ CEO. “ We are pleased to enter these structural heart therapeutic areas with innovation, world-class science and clinical evidence to provide access to life-saving technologies for patients around the world.” Edwards anticipates these investments will strengthen its leadership in structural heart innovation and represent long-term growth opportunities. Edwards expects minimal revenue contribution from these acquisitions in 2025. The aggregate upfront purchase price for these strategic investments is approximately $1.2 billion. The acquisitions are subject to the satisfaction of certain closing conditions, including the receipt of required antitrust and foreign investment approvals. 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SHANGHAI, June 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MicroPort® CardioFlow Medtech Corporation (CardioFlow) (Stock Code: 02160.HK) recently announced that its self-developed second-generation transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) device, the VitaFlow LibertyTM Transcatheter Aortic Valve and Retrievable Delivery System (VitaFlow LibertyTM), has received EU CE-MDR certification. This certification highlights VitaFlow LibertyTM as a pioneering TAVI solution, that sets a new benchmark in transcatheter heart valve treatments. Continue Reading With over 47 million patients globally[1] suffering from aortic valve stenosis and regurgitation, the prevalence rates of these conditions are on the rise due to an aging population. The TAVI solution provided by CardioFlow, which avoids open-heart surgery and offers various benefits like minimal trauma, quick recovery, and enhanced quality of life, is increasingly becoming a preferred choice for patients with aortic heart valve disease. CardioFlow, one of the world's leading innovative medical device companies, has entered the field of structural heart disease when the field was still at an early adoption phase. Originating and headquartered in Shanghai, China, CardioFlow was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on February 2021. The company has a diverse product pipeline resulting from independent and collaborative research, covering structural heart devices such as transcatheter aortic, mitral, and tricuspid valves, left atrial appendage occludes, and accessories. Leveraging its technological expertise and capacity for innovation, the company has successfully obtained approvals and launched several TAVI products globally, among which VitaFlow LibertyTM stands out as the world's only electric retrievable transcatheter aortic valve system. The VitaFlowTM series TAVI solution along with its accessory - the AlwideTM series Balloon Catheter, has successfully covered nearly 700 core hospitals in 10 countries and regions, treating more than 10,000 patients with aortic valve disease worldwide. The clinical data from VitaFlowTM series valves were revealed at PCR London Valves 2023, a leading global conference on structural heart diseases. These results highlight VitaFlowTM's exceptional long-term clinical performance aligning with international top-tier standards. The long-term results of VitaFlowTM in high surgical risk patients with severe aortic stenosis showed promising outcomes in all-cause mortality, cardiac mortality, and permanent pacemaker implantation rates for patients over seven years, compared to other similar studies. During the conference, Dr. Darren Mylotte from Galway University Hospitals, Ireland, commented on the excellent data, and introduced the advantages of VitaFlow LibertyTM in its one of a kind motorized delivery system. The system can assist the valve to position easily due to its flexibility and 360° range of motion when treating complex anatomical patients with severe angled aortic arch deformities. The valve can also be fully retrieved and repositioned when released to 75%, and provides up to 3 retrievable opportunities for each procedure, thereby further optimizing the implantation effect. Additionally, it can effectively ensure the stability of valve release, reduce valve displacement, and make the procedure more controllable. Before launching into the EU market, VitaFlow LibertyTM conducted pre-market clinical implantations at Galway University Hospital in Ireland, Rigshospitalet (Copenhagen University Hospital) in Denmark, and St Thomas' Hospital as well as Brighton & Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust in the United Kingdom, and received very high appraisal from many well-known clinical professionals. Dr. Ole De Backer, a professor of interventional cardiology, who led the TAVI procedures at Rigshospitalet stated, "The overall release process of VitaFlow LibertyTM is notably stable, ensuring precise positioning. This stability is especially crucial in patients with a small left ventricles, where VitaFlow LibertyTM consistently achieves stable and precise deployment, fully demonstrating its distinct advantages. We look forward to its positive impact on a broader patient population following CE certification." It has been reported that the European post-market clinical project will also be planned to start this year. As part of CardioFlow's global expansion roadmap, the company has also achieved significant milestones with CE application on three of its products, including the AlwideTM Plus Balloon Catheter, an essential accessory for aortic valve procedures, as well as the AnchorManTM Left Atrial Appendage Closure System and the AnchorManTM Left Atrial Appendage Access System, both developed by its subsidiary, CardioAdvent. Jeff Lindstrom, President of CardioFlow, stated, "The certification of VitaFlow LibertyTM by the CE regulatory body under MDR, is a testament to CardioFlow's world-class R&D, quality, and clinical capabilities. This recognition will expedite the global clinical adoption of the VitaFlowTM series along with other innovative products, advancing CardioFlow's globalization strategy. This achievement also positions us to make a more substantial contributions to developments in the field of heart valve interventions, ultimately benefiting patients across the globe." Guoming Chen, Chairman of CardioFlow, commented, "Securing the EU CE-MDR marking for VitaFlow LibertyTM is not just a passport for the product's entry into the European market, it also represents a significant milestone in CardioFlow's history and global roadmap. This achievement will assist in diversifying the company's sources of sales revenue and bolstering our overall competitiveness with a steadfast commitment to world-class product innovation." SOURCE MicroPort CardioFlow Medtech Corporation