Siemens Urological Systems Tap U.S. Market
20 March 2008 - 3:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
Lithoskop and Modularis Variostar Receive FDA 510(k) Market
Clearance MALVERN, Pa., March 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Siemens Healthcare
(http://www.usa.siemens.com/healthcare) has received FDA 510(k)
market clearance for the sale and distribution of two solutions for
urological applications: Lithoskop(R) and Modularis(R) Variostar.
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"With the success that Lithoskop and Modularis Variostar have had
worldwide, we are excited with the opportunity to deliver these
solutions to the U.S. market," said Anders Steiner, vice president,
Special Systems, Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. "Both products
were designed with patient comfort and ease of use in mind, as well
as improving workflow." Lithoskop Encompassing lithotripsy,
endourology, urodiagnostics, and percutaneous interventions,
Lithoskop is a multifunctional, high-end system for many urological
applications. Its unique and flexible shockwave head makes patient
repositioning a thing of the past. The system offers stone
localization with X-ray, as well as inline X-ray and inline
ultrasound imaging. Lithoskop's high-performance X-ray generator
and powerful image intensifier with 1 K2 matrix delivers reliable
image quality for optimal diagnosis and therapy. AutoPos, a
computer-aided 3D- positioning software, automatically moves the
patient into the right position for therapy after stone
localization. Based on Pulso, Lithoskop provides a new and
efficient shockwave system with an extensive lifecycle. With a
penetration depth of 16 centimeters, Lithoskop is well suited for
bariatric patients. Almost all stones can be disintegrated in only
one session. The shockwave head is mounted on an isocentric C-arm
that can be moved from the undertable-left or undertable-right
position, to the overtable position with the push of a button. This
allows the left and right kidney, as well as the ureter, to be
treated without repositioning the patient. Modularis Variostar
Modularis Variostar provides a proven and enhanced urology platform
that consists of components that can be used separately or in
combination. The Modularis Variostar lithotripter is the comfort
version within the Modularis product family and, with a complete
range of ergonomic features, which simplifies operation and daily
workings, within the unit. Featuring a modular design, the
Modularis urology platform is suited for a variety of urology
applications, including traditional urodiagnostics, extra- and
intracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWL, ISWL), and endourological
interventions. The system can handle urological clinical
requirements, and is designed for every need and budget. When
configuring Modularis, there is a choice of two lithotripsy
modules: Modularis Variostar (comfort version) with flexible
treatment positions, and Lithostar Modularis Vario (standard
version) with a universal coupling mechanism for C-arm systems. The
Modularis Uro endourology table and a mobile C-arm system are
included as part of the basic configurations for urodiagnostics and
lithotripsy. The therapy head of the Modularis Variostar can be
moved above and below the treatment table. This flexible
positioning offers freedom for conventional and case-specific stone
treatments. As a result, the patient can remain in a comfortable
supine position during stone therapy. All modules can be controlled
centrally using the new, intuitive remote control. Even C-arm
angulation, which is required for localizing the stone, can be
triggered automatically. In addition, the physician can easily
check the position of the lithotripsy module relative to the C-arm
using an integrated focus control. Together with the integrated
Cplus shock wave system, the new lithotripsy module utilizes an
electromagnetic system with the longest lifespan in the industry
(providing up to 1.5 million shots). With a total of 38 energy
levels, the module can be set individually to meet anatomical and
clinical requirements. Both, Lithoskop and Modularis Variostar
feature LithoReport, a lithotripsy software tool that enables the
detailed and automatic acquisition of the entire therapeutic
process. About Siemens Healthcare Siemens Healthcare is one of the
world's largest suppliers to the healthcare industry. The company
is a renowned medical solutions provider with core competence and
innovative strength in diagnostic and therapeutic technologies as
well as in knowledge engineering, including information technology
and system integration. With its laboratory diagnostics
acquisitions, Siemens Healthcare is the first fully integrated
diagnostics company, bringing together imaging and lab diagnostics,
therapy, and healthcare information technology solutions,
supplemented by consulting and support services. Siemens Healthcare
delivers solutions across the entire continuum of care -- from
prevention and early detection, to diagnosis, therapy and care. The
company employs more than 49,000 people worldwide and operates in
130 countries. In the fiscal year 2007 (Sept. 30), Siemens
Healthcare reported sales of euro 9.85 billion, orders of euro
10.27 billion, and group profit of euro 1.32 billion. Further
information can be found by visiting
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