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Penumbra completes enrollment in pulmonary embolism trial

June 16, 2025 By Sean Whooley

Penumbra Lightning Flash thrombectomy system (1)

Penumbra (NYSE:PEN) announced today that it completed enrollment in the STORM-PE trial of its Lightning Flash system. STORM-PE evaluates Lightning Flash computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT) plus anticoagulation. It pits that against anticoagulation alone in the treatment of acute intermediate-high risk pulmonary embolism (PE). The study … [Read more...] about Penumbra completes enrollment in pulmonary embolism trial

Filed Under: Catheters, Technologies & Devices Tagged With: penumbra

Penumbra launches Ruby XL coil system for large vessel embolization

June 9, 2025 By Danielle Kirsh

Penumbra Ruby XL Coil.

Penumbra (NYSE:PEN) has received FDA clearance and launched its Ruby XL system for embolization procedures. The Alameda, California-based device maker launched the platform as a new option for physicians treating high-flow or large-vessel cases. The Ruby XL system includes three new coils that are compatible with 0.035-inch diagnostic catheters … [Read more...] about Penumbra launches Ruby XL coil system for large vessel embolization

Filed Under: Cardiology Tagged With: penumbra

Penumbra has positive data for computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy system

November 5, 2024 By Sean Whooley

Penumbra Lightning Flash 2 computer-assisted thrombectomy system

Penumbra (NYSE:PEN) today announced new data demonstrating improved outcomes with its computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT) technology. Data evaluated the use of the CAVT technology in people with intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism (PE). Results showed that those treated with CAVT had shorter hospital stay lengths, shorter … [Read more...] about Penumbra has positive data for computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy system

Filed Under: Catheters, Technologies & Devices Tagged With: penumbra

Penumbra wins CE mark for computer-assisted thrombectomy tech

September 16, 2024 By Sean Whooley

Penumbra Lightning Flash 2.0 Lightning Bolt computer-assisted thrombectomy system (1)

Penumbra (NYSE:PEN) announced today that it received CE mark approval for its computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT) technologies. The Lightning Flash 2.0 and Lightning Bolt 7 offerings from the Alameda, California-based company both picked up European approval. Penumbra said approval makes its Lightning products the only CAVT systems … [Read more...] about Penumbra wins CE mark for computer-assisted thrombectomy tech

Filed Under: Applications, Catheters, CE Mark, Neurology, Regulatory, Technologies & Devices Tagged With: penumbra

Penumbra announces $200M share repurchase program

August 13, 2024 By Sean Whooley

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Penumbra (NYSE:PEN) announced today that its board of directors approved a share repurchase authorization of up to $200 million. Alameda, California-based Penumbra said in a news release that its board approved the repurchase on Aug. 5. It allows the company to repurchase its common stock from time to time at such prices as it deems appropriate. … [Read more...] about Penumbra announces $200M share repurchase program

Filed Under: Applications, Business, Catheters, Neurology, Technologies & Devices Tagged With: penumbra

Penumbra launches duo of stroke catheters in Europe

June 17, 2024 By Sean Whooley

Penumbra BMX stroke catheters

Penumbra (NYSE:PEN) announced today that, with CE mark approval, it launched its new BMX81 and BMX96 neuro access devices in Europe. The company designed the devices for the neurovascular management of ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. Penumbra said they represent its "most advanced neuro access offerings," according to a news release. The launch … [Read more...] about Penumbra launches duo of stroke catheters in Europe

Filed Under: Applications, Catheters, Neurology, Technologies & Devices Tagged With: penumbra

FDA clears computer-assisted thrombectomy system from Penumbra

April 23, 2024 By Sean Whooley

Penumbra Lightning Flash 2 computer-assisted thrombectomy system

Penumbra (NYSE:PEN) announced today that it received FDA clearance for and began the launch of its Lightning Flash 2.0 CAVT system. Lightning Flash 2.0 represents the next generation of the company's computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT) technology. It removes the venous thrombus to treat pulmonary emboli (PE). The system features … [Read more...] about FDA clears computer-assisted thrombectomy system from Penumbra

Filed Under: 510(k), Business, Catheters, Regulatory, Technologies & Devices Tagged With: penumbra

First patient enrolled in Penumbra study of computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy

November 29, 2023 By Sean Whooley

Penumbra Lightning Flash thrombectomy system (1)

Penumbra (NYSE:PEN) today announced the first patient enrolled in STORM-PE, a trial of its Lightning Flash thrombectomy system. Lightning Flash, a mechanical thrombectomy system, received FDA clearance in January. The system features Penumbra’s novel Lightning intelligent aspiration technology with dual-clot detection algorithms. Combining it … [Read more...] about First patient enrolled in Penumbra study of computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy

Filed Under: Catheters Tagged With: penumbra

The top catheter innovation news stories of 2023 — so far

May 30, 2023 By Chris Newmarker

This collage of four images of 2023 catheter innovations includes Penumbra's Lightning Flash mechanical thrombectomy system for removing blood clots, Biosense Webster's QDOT Micro catheter for treating AFib, Abbott's TactiFlex Ablation Catheter, Sensor Enabled, and Shockwave Medical's C2+ coronary intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) catheter.

The world of catheter innovation has already seen remarkable strides this year— with some of the most promising medtech delivered into the body via catheter-based procedures. Think of improved ablation for treating AFib, coronary intravascular lithotripsy to combat coronary artery disease, and more. Here, we've highlighted the top five … [Read more...] about The top catheter innovation news stories of 2023 — so far

Filed Under: Catheters, Regulatory, Research & Development Tagged With: Abbott, Biosense Webster, Johnson & Johnson, medtronic, penumbra, Shockwave Medical

How Penumbra’s smart-sucking algorithms and catheters speed up clot removal

February 17, 2023 By Jim Hammerand

An illustration of a Penumbra aspiration catheter sucking up a blood clot.

Blood loss is a big problem when using aspiration catheters to remove blood clots from patients' veins and arteries. "You suck out the clot, you also suck out the blood," said Sandra Lesenfants, president of the interventional business at Penumbra (NYSE:PEN). Algorithms developed by Penumbra's software team for the company's continuous … [Read more...] about How Penumbra’s smart-sucking algorithms and catheters speed up clot removal

Filed Under: Catheters, Tubing Components Tagged With: penumbra

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