Medtronic Unveils MyCareLink™ Remote Monitoring System Alongside Next-Gen Micra™ AV2/VR2 and TYRX™ Absorbable Antibacterial Envelope at CIIE to Advance Cardiac Care
Medtronic
Chronic Disease Medical Device and Therapy Developer
Smart Connectivity, Cloud Protection
ShanghaiNovember 3, 2023PR Newswire -- The number of pacemaker implants in China is increasing year by year, with the total number of cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) implants exceeding 100,000 cases annually.[1]For patients with CIEDs, regular follow-ups and device programming after surgery are crucial measures to ensure "peace of mind." However, due to financial constraints, distance, mobility issues, and other reasons, these often become sources of anxiety that prevent them from feeling truly "at ease."
How to Resolve Patients' "Worries"? At the upcoming 6th China International Import Expo (hereinafter referred to as CIIE), Medtronic will launch the theme event "Smart Connectivity, Cloud Protection — New Launch of Remote Monitoring for CIEDs in China," featuring the MyCareLink™ CIED Remote Monitoring System, a thoughtful "care" steward.[2]Will make a brand-new appearance. MyCareLink™ is not only "heartfelt" but also highly experienced. After its debut at the 2019 CIIE, Medtronic promptly collaborated with Tongren Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, to launch the "Remote Community Follow-up Project for Patients with Implanted Cardiac Electronic Devices." To date, all ten street-level districts in Changning District have achieved remote follow-up coverage, benefiting...More than 3,000[3]NamePatients with heart disease. Based on this, MyCareLink™ is expected to solve problems for many "heart" friends.
How Does MyCareLink™ Monitor in Real-Time and Serve as a Trusted "Heart"管家?? Just at the momentThe event site on the day, withMyCareLink™️Remote Follow-up System as the Protagonist"Peace of Mind at Home" Microfilm to Premiere, Showcasing the Convenience, Safety, and Effectiveness of Remote Follow-up Processes from the Patient's PerspectiveNow.
Before this, we might as well get to know in advance how this "heartfelt" steward has built a management bridge between doctors and patients: In fact, all you need to do is keep MyCareLink™️ nearby, and it can transmit data to the doctor via WIFI wireless network. Normally, it only sends data reports to the doctor, indicating that the patient is doing well. When a dangerous event occurs, such as an ICD (Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator) performing a defibrillation, MyCarelink™️ will immediately send an alarm to the doctor, reminding the doctor to pay attention to the patient's condition. Even if the dangerous event happens while the patient is asleep, MyCarelink™️ will still send the alarm promptly. After seeing the patient’s alarm information, the doctor will assess the urgency of the situation. If necessary, the doctor will notify the patient to go to the hospital for corresponding examinations. This way, it can help patients detect events early, take preventive measures to prevent disease deterioration, reduce hospitalization rates and mortality, and at the same time greatly assist in the rational optimization of medical resources.
MyCareLink™ Cardiac Implantable Electronic Device Monitor
Notably, in addition to MyCareLink™️, Medtronic also showcased several innovative products in the cardiac field at the event, including:
Micra™️ VR2 and Micra™️ AV2[4], known as the "world's smallest pacemaker," is an upgraded version of the new generation of Micra™️. It maintains the same volume and weight as the Micra™️ VR.[5]And Micra™️ AV[6]Under the premise of remaining completely unchanged, the service life has been increased by approximately 40% through reducing chip power consumption and improving battery performance.[7], while also featuring smarter algorithms and an improved delivery system design, not only makes the patient's heartbeat more physiological but also ensures safer implantation. The extended battery life means that the Micra™ leadless pacemaker can work non-stop in the human body for up to nearly 17 years, reducing the need for pacemaker replacement and thereby lowering the overall treatment burden for patients with bradycardia.
Micra™️ VR2 and Micra™️ AV2 Leadless Pacemakers
TYRX™ is currently the only fully absorbable antibacterial fixation envelope available for CIED implant devices used in arrhythmia treatment.[8], aiming to help secure the implant device and reduce the risk of implant infection by 40% and pocket infection by 61%.[9]In 2022, it successfully introduced the pilot use in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area with the help of the "Hong Kong-Macao Medicine and Device Access Policy," and will benefit more patients in China in the future.
TYRX™ Absorbable Antibacterial Fixation Sleeve
And the next-generation cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillator Cobalt™ XT CRTD, which is MRI-compatible, long-lasting, and offers painless treatment with intelligent ATP (anti-tachycardia pacing).[10]And the world's first vascular extraluminal implantable cardioverter defibrillator with ATP pain-free therapy, Aurora™ EV-ICD[11]，It is smaller in size, longer in lifespan, and represents a safer, more comprehensive, and more efficient next-generation implantable defibrillator.
In addition, there is the Percepta™ CRTP MRI SureScan™ Implantable Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Pacemaker, which is MRI compatible, longer-lasting, and smarter.12], the LINQ II™ Insertable Cardiac Monitor with longer monitoring duration and more precise AI (Artificial Intelligence) algorithms[13]Attain Stability™ Quad MRI SureScan™ 4798 Implantable Left Ventricular Pacing Lead with Active Fixation and Simplified Implantation[14]。
[1] Current Status of Interventional Diagnosis and Treatment of Arrhythmia in China (2022)
[2]MyCareLink™️: This product is not a medical device.
[4] Micra™️ VR2 and Micra™️ AV2: This product has not been launched in China.
[5]Micra™️ VR: Imported Medical Device Registration in China 20193120297
[6]Micra™️ AV: Imported Medical Device Registration No. 20223120231 in China
[7] Sheldon T, et al. Device Longevity and AV Synchrony Algorithm Modeling of a Leadless Pacemaker Family: A Virtual Patient Analysis. January 2023. Medtronic data on file.
[8]TYRX™: This product has not yet been launched in China and can be used in hospitals under the "Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Drug and Medical Device Access" pilot program.
[9] Tarakji KG, Mittal S, Kennergren C, et al. Antibacterial Envelope to Prevent Cardiac Implantable Device Infection. N Engl J Med. 2019;380(20):1895-1905.
[10]Cobalt™ XT CRTD: This product has not been launched in China.
[11]Aurora™ EV-ICD: This product has not been launched in China.
[12]Percepta™ CRTP MRI SureScan™: Registered Medical Device in China 20233120259
[13]LINQ II™: This product has not been launched in China.
[14]Attain Stability™ Quad MRI SureScan™: Imported Medical Device Registration in China 20233120433