Weigao's Argon Medical Launches CLEANER Vac, a Novel Large-Bore Aspiration Thrombectomy System for Peripheral Venous Thrombus Removal

Sep 17, 2024 22:15 CST Updated 22:15

Argon Medical Devices

Global Professional Medical Product Manufacturer

Weigao (Argon Medical)Announces the Launch of Its First Large-Bore Venous Aspiration Catheter---CLEANER Vac, used to remove thrombus in the peripheral venous vascular system.

Expert Evaluation

"Based on the patient's condition, removing thrombus from the venous anatomical structure can be very challenging. Interventional physicians need a simple and intuitive tool that allows them to easily navigate through the vascular system to the treatment area and control the removal of any obstructive thrombus. The streamlined design of CLEANER Vac makes it easy to assemble, quickly navigate, and efficiently treat, making it a popular treatment choice for patients with this disease state."

---Fakhir Elmasri Lakeland Vascular Institute

Executive Evaluation

"We are committed to advancing healthcare, and we are pleased to offer the latest thrombectomy solutions to interventional physicians who prioritize delivering efficient and successful outcomes for their patients."CLEANER Vac demonstrates our commitment to improving the treatment of this disease state, and we believe this device will easily integrate into current standards of care.”

---George Leondis President and CEO of Argon Medical Devices, Inc.

"Nearly 900,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with thrombosis in the venous system each year, resulting in 60,000 to 100,000 deaths annually. CLEANER Vac provides physicians with enhanced control for thrombus removal, and its streamlined design simplifies traditionally complex procedures."

---Tom Younker Senior Vice President of Global Marketing at Argon Medical

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) includes two aspects: deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). The annual incidence rate of VTE is less than 1‰ in people aged <50 years, while it reaches 6‰ to 8‰ in those aged >80 years. Only in the United States...VTE causes 900,000 visits and 100,000 deaths.

Due to the large population of VTE patients and the high level of harm, many large companies and innovative firms have entered this highly promising track. In peripheral venous aspiration...In the field of thrombectomy, Penumbra has always been a leader in this area, and its developed Indigo thrombus aspiration system is also an industry benchmark.CLEANER VacAs a latecomer, there is still a certain gap in technology compared with Indigo. Despite the gap,CLEANER VacStill, there are some design highlights that ensure its competitiveness in the market.

Argon MedicalIt was acquired by Weigao for 5.6 billion RMB in 2018, but there were reports last year that Weigao wanted toArgon MedicalSold for $1 Billion. However, Weigao has not yet successfully sold for the time being.Argon Medical。

CLEANER Vac

CLEANER VacIt is a disposable large-diameter aspiration system designed to quickly and effectively remove thrombus from vessels with restricted blood flow.CLEANER VacEnables physicians to manually control powered aspiration for precise thrombus removal, thereby minimizing vascular injury and blood loss.

CLEANER VacComposed of an aspiration catheter, operating handle, and an integrated vacuum pump.

AspirationGuideTube

The aspiration catheter is a 115cm long, 18Fr profile catheter with a radiopaque marker at the distal end.

The suction catheter can not only provide suction, but also inject thrombolytic drugs, contrast agents, and more;

Suitable for venous vessels below 6mm;

Operating Handle

Disposable operating handle, simple and convenient to assemble. Allows the doctor to adjust the suction force size left and right during the operation;

Integrated Vacuum Pump

The integrated vacuum pump provides -28inHg vacuum and offersReal-time audio-visual feedback. Integrated 400ml suction canister.

Argon Medical

Argon MedicalArgon Medical Devices, Inc. is a medical device company founded in 1972. It is highly reputed for providing innovative products, exceptional service, and outstanding value to interventional radiologists, vascular surgeons, and interventional cardiologists worldwide.