Olympus announced an exclusive global distribution deal with MacroLux Medical Technology to distribute single-use urology products.
The agreement includes multiple single-use cytoscopes, ureteroscopes and suction access sheaths. These devices offer access and visualization in the bladder and urinary tract. They enable the diagnosis and treatment of urinary diseases and disorders like kidney stones.
Olympus offers a range of kidney and bladder stone treatment and non-muscular invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) visualization and access solutions. These offer options for both detection and treatment. The company says the addition of the MacroLux Medical single-use endoscope and access sheath portfolio delivers increased flexibility and confidence in visualization and surgical precision.
“We are excited to embark on this new partnership, a synergy that underscores our unwavering commitment to advancing patient care. By integrating innovative single-use technology into our urology portfolio, we are enhancing the landscape of urological care for our customers and their patients,” said Gabriel McHugh, EVP, Surgical and Interventional Solutions, Olympus.
The agreement includes distribution in the U.S. and Canada, plus some countries in Europe and the Asia Pacific region.
“Olympus is a highly respected industry leader that we deeply admire. Our strategic cooperation with Olympus generates powerful synergies, enabling us to combine our respective strengths and accelerate the market introduction of MacroLux’s urological disposable endoscopes and access sheath solutions, products that offer clinical value,” said Martin Zhang, CEO, MacroLux Medical. “These products may enhance clinical efficiency and help improve patient treatment outcomes. This collaboration also inspires us to continue with product innovation and R&D, delivering clinical solutions to customers worldwide.”
Full list of geographies included in the Olympus distro deal
Countries for distribution in Europe include:
• UK (England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland)
• Ireland
• Austria
• Belgium
• Germany
• Netherlands
• Luxembourg
• Norway
• Denmark
• Switzerland
• Sweden
Countries/regions in the APAC region include:
• Australia
• New Zealand
• Hong Kong, PRC
• Singapore
• South Korea
