“The Revolution Reservoir and Catheter Tip”: Non-clogging Shunt Catheter Tip for Improving Surgery

— Published date: 1/15/2025

Value Proposition: New device that will reduce or eliminate the need for repeated surgeries to clear blocked catheter tips in ventriculoperitoneal shunts.

Technology Description

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have developed a self-powered, rotating c…

SPARTA – A Stent for Fusiform Aneurysms that Prevents Endoleaks

— Background: Popliteal artery aneurysms are the most prevalent type of peripheral aneurysms and are treated surgically to prevent rupture. Currently, surgical options include open surgery or endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR). EVAR is less invasive than open surgery, resulting in shorter hospital st…

String Theory: Neurovascular Catheter System with 2-in-1 Variable Rigidity

— An interdisciplinary team at Washington University has developed an easy-to-use neurovascular catheter system designed to reduce surgery time and prevent herniation during transradial interventions for stroke, aneurysms and other conditions. This device, called “String Theory”, can be sw…

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