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Recently,Suzhou Microclear Medical Instruments Co., Ltd.(abbreviation: "Microclear Medical") announcedCompletedRMB 100 Million Equity Financing, completed investment by China State owned capital venture capital fund Co., Ltd.Help the company solidify the global position of its core product, the "Ultra-Widefield Confocal Laser Camera.", accelerate the R&D iteration of new products, the market promotion process, and the construction of a high-level talent team.Company'sThe First in ChinaExclusiveUltra-Widefield Confocal Laser Camera，Installed in 300+ hospitals, further achieving technological leadership and domestic substitution. The company's latest technological achievement ——The Industry's First "Ultra-Widefield Full-Modal Swept-Source OCT", will continue to deepen the technological innovation of Chinese production, leading the new direction of the global eye health industry development.
# Overview of the Ultra-Widefield Fundus Camera MarketFundus cameras were the earliest clinical tools used for evaluating and detecting fundus diseases, evolving from the initial standard posterior pole 30°~50° fundus photography to the later standard seven-field fundus color photo stitching images, and then to wide-field fundus imaging (WFP) and ultra-wide-field fundus imaging (UWFP). The range they can capture has become increasingly wider, allowing for a progressively broader observation of lesions.Larger and clearer fundus images facilitate the earlier detection of peripheral abnormalities., such as high myopia, peripheral retinal degeneration, retinal vein occlusion (RVO), diabetic retinopathy (DR), familial exudative vitreoretinopathy, Coats disease, etc.Fundus Fluorescein Angiography (FFA) and Indocyanine Green Angiography (ICGA) are methods for dynamically observing retinal and choroidal vascular diseases.FFA mainly observes retinal vascular diseases and leakage changes caused by the dysfunction of inner and outer retinal barriers. ICGA is widely used in displaying choroidal neovascularization (CNV)-related diseases, chorioretinal inflammatory diseases, thickened choroidal diseases, and choroidal tumors.In the past few decades,Fundus cameras have always been an important tool for ophthalmic diagnosis/screening.The era of ordinary fundus color photography with lower technical barriers is gradually fading away,Ultra-widefield fundus imaging + angiography has become the mainstream trend now and in the future.。Research found that, in 2021 and 2022, the number of ultra-widefield fundus cameras and angiography devices listed on the procurement platforms of public hospitals (Zhejiang Province and Guangdong Province Procurement Platforms) in Zhejiang and Guangdong provinces were 20 and 40 units respectively.The total winning bid prices are approximately 30 million yuan and 55 million yuan, respectively., indicating that there was such growth even during the pandemic period.The market potential is very huge.。
▲Sales Scale and Growth Trend Forecast of China's Ultra-Widefield Fundus Camera Market (Unit: Billion Yuan)
According to the mainstream view of the industry,Ultra-wide-angle fundus cameras will gradually replace ordinary fundus color photography.Therefore, cost-effective fundus camera products will gain broader market space in the future.It is estimated that by 2028, the total market capacity for ultra-widefield fundus cameras will reach approximately 1.8 billion yuan, achieving a full replacement of conventional fundus color photography products.。Commercial Ultra-Wide-Angle Camera FieldPioneered by the British company OPTOS, followed successively by imported manufacturers from Japan and Germany such as NIDEK and Zeiss.. There are also in ChinaMicroclear Medical Launches Self-Developed Ultra-Wide Angle Camera Product,due to its excellent performance and more competitive price,Achieved rapid growth in sales revenue starting from 2021, achieving remarkable market sales performance.
▲ Microclear Medical Ultra-Wide Angle Laser Color Fundus Camera
Tupai Medical's Ultra-Wide Field Fundus Camera "Zhuzhao" Will Also Be Launched for Sale, this product features an industry-leading 150° ultra-wide-angle imaging range within the eye and adopts a four-wavelength full-color imaging solution. It is reported that nearly 100% of the core modules of this product by Tupai Medical have been independently developed, making it another strong competitor in the field produced in China.
▲Tupai Medical Ultra-Wide Angle Fundus Camera
# Microclear Ultra-Wide Angle Laser CameraCompared with traditional optical imaging methods, confocal laser technology is a point-to-point scanning,More subtle retinal lesions and capillary function and morphology can be observed., and perform in-depth and detailed fundus examination for diseases such as diabetes, glaucoma, retinal vascular lesions, and macular degeneration.
▲Source: Company official website (same below)
Microclear Ultra-Wide Angle Laser CameraSingle-shot intraocular imaging angle up to 165°, mosaic imaging up to 265°, no pupil dilation required, no darkroom needed.，Clear imaging even with opaque refractive media, addressing clinical pain points such as poor penetrability of traditional optical cameras leading to unclear imaging, limitations in imaging for patients with small pupils, and small imaging fields that can easily lead to missed diagnoses.
At the same time, this product breaks through the limitation of the single imaging mode of optical cameras,Achieve Multi-modal Hierarchical Imaging, one machine with multiple modes, achieving instant joint diagnosis with high standards. Starting from clinical needs,Ultra-widefield confocal laser cameras will gradually replace traditional optical cameras., becoming the first choice for the next generation of fundus camera users and reshaping the development pattern of the global fundus camera market.
Microclear MedicalDevelopment of Dynamic Imaging Function, making diagnosis no longer limited to static images, providing conditions for the whole process real-time recording of preoperative and postoperative disease diagnosis and treatment, laser surgery, etc. The unique"20x Lossless Optical Zoom" Technology, switch the imaging range with one click while achieving fast focus, overcoming the trouble of repeatedly changing lenses in traditional cameras.
▲Microclear Medical Ultra-Wide Angle Laser Camera Images and Optical Zoom for Detail Imaging
At the same time, Microclear Medical has made breakthroughs in the application and exploration of small animal imaging and research-grade clinical uses, and has developedFirst domestically-producedOptical system capable of imaging in mice and other animals, which can perform fluorescence angiography and color imaging on a variety of small-bodied, short-axial animals, including mice, meeting the clinical needs of research institutes.
▲Microclear Medical Small Animal Research-Grade Imaging Platform
# Product Market ProspectsAs the flagship product for fundus imaging, Microclear MedicalMultimodal Fundus Imaging System Successfully Breaks Foreign Monopoly, breaking through limitations with leading intelligence and cutting-edge advancements.The bid prices of some hospitals have exceeded those of imported similar products.. CurrentlyThe series of products have been installed in more than 300 hospitals across China, achieving full coverage of the top 10 ophthalmology hospitals in China and completing multiple transactions.。Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center of Sun Yat-sen University, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing Children's Hospital, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital, etc.All key national tertiary hospitals have introduced multiple unitsMicroclear Medical's ultra-wide-angle confocal fundus imaging system, achieving coverage across China from point to surface.Peking Union Medical College HospitalProfessor Chen YouxinStated: "The Microclear ultra-wide-angle confocal fundus imaging system achieves the technical effectiveness of imported products and has played a significant role in both clinical and research fields." Beijing Tongren HospitalProfessor Wang NingliAdmitted: "I have finally fallen in love with a domestically produced fundus imaging device and am very proud of it." He statedThe Birth of the First Generation Microclear Ultra-Wide Angle Laser Fundus Camera，Fills the gap in domestically produced ultra-widefield retinal imaging devices.，With the iteration and breakthrough of product technology, Microclear Medical will promote the development of eye health事业 with more intelligent and precise equipment.
▲First Ultra-Widefield Research Imaging Platform Installed at Peking Union Medical College Hospital
In the international market,Microclear Medical's ultra-wide angle confocal laser fundus camera has also covered more than 30 countries and regions.Typical end-user hospitals include Centre Neuchâtelois d'Ophthalmologie Ophtalmologie Clinique (Switzerland), Swiss University (Switzerland), Dr. med. Simone Scholz (Germany), University Eye Hospital Svjetlost, Medical Faculty of Rijeka (Slovenia), Eyelaser Clinic (Austria), Centro Ocular Láser (Argentina), Roaya Eye Center (Saudi Arabia), Ursekar Eye Clinic (India), among others. These hospitals and ophthalmology clinics have received consistent praise from foreign clients, especially those from Europe and the United States.
▲Ultra-Wide Angle Scientific Research Imaging Platform Installed in Switzerland
Suzhou Microclear Medical Instruments Co., Ltd., founded in June 2011 in Suzhou Industrial Park, is a national high-tech enterprise established by overseas returnees introduced by the park's government.
Microclear Medical PositioningOphthalmology and Optometry Subfields, based on independently developed core hardware equipment,Integrated Artificial Intelligence and Connectivity Technology, providing high-quality ophthalmic and optometric equipment and services made in China for hospitals and grassroots medical institutions, committed to changing the "vision" of the world.
Core products of the company includeConfocal Laser Fundus Angiography, Fundus Camera, and Handheld Digital Slit LampCurrently, it has applied for more than 60 patents of various kinds, obtained authorization for 46 patents (including 8 invention patents), acquired 4 software copyrights, and has 3 PCT patents pending.The series of products have obtained the national medical product registration certificate, production license, and overseas certifications such as FDA in the United States and CE in the European Union, and are exported to more than 30 countries and regions including Europe and America.。
