Argon Medical has today announced the launch of the Cleaner Vac thrombectomy system for the removal of blood clot from the peripheral venous vasculature.
The Cleaner Vac thrombectomy system is a disposable, large-bore aspiration system designed to quickly and effectively remove blood clot, also known as thrombus, from vessels with restricted blood flow. In a recent press release, the company states that the device enables physicians to manually control powered aspiration, enabling procedures with precise clot removal that may minimise vessel damage and reduce blood loss.
“Removing thrombus from the venous anatomy can be very challenging depending on the patient’s condition. Interventionalists need a simple and intuitive tool that allows them to easily navigate through the vasculature to the treatment area and control the removal of any obstructive thrombus. The streamlined design of the Cleaner Vac enables easy assembly, quick navigation, and efficient treatment, making it a welcomed treatment option for patients with this disease state.” said Fakhir Elmasri (Lakeland Vascular Institute in Lakeland, USA). Elmasri was the first physician in the USA to treat a patient with the Cleaner Vac system.
“We are committed to advancing healthcare and we are excited to deliver the newest thrombectomy solution to interventionalists who prioritise efficient, successful outcomes for their patients. The Cleaner Vac thrombectomy system is a testament to our dedication to improving treatment for this disease state, and we are confident this device will easily integrate into the current standard of care,” said George Leondis, president & chief executive officer at Argon Medical.
“Nearly 900,000 people in the USA are diagnosed with problematic blood clots in the venous system, every year, leading to between 60,000 and 100,000 deaths annually. The Cleaner Vac thrombectomy system offers physicians more control to remove those clots and the streamlined design can simplify traditionally complex procedures,” said Tom Younker, senior vice president of global marketing at Argon Medical.
The Cleaner Vac thrombectomy system is currently available in the USA.
