Cook Medical this week announced its shorter Liver Access and Biopsy Set (LABS) received pediatric indication.
LABS was originally intended for use in adults, but was recently FDA cleared for use in adolescents, children and infants. The Bloomington, Indiana-based company designed the device for use in obtaining liver histology samples via jugular vein approach.
All LABS sets have compatible components for transjugular liver access and tissue biopsy, including a preserved sheath and cannula for hepatic vein access; Quick-Core biopsy needle; Check-Flo Performer assembly and accessory catheters.
“Our pediatric LABS has shorter versions of the original medical devices to more appropriately fit pediatric patients’ smaller bodies,” Remco van der Meel, director of product management for Cook’s Interventional specialty, said in a news release. “Now, LABS will help physicians diagnose an array of conditions in a wider variety of patients. It’s an extremely versatile set of products that can now treat even the smallest patients.”
