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Clinical trials sponsored by Penumbra Inc., explained in plain language.
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Blood clot vacuum device tested in 500 patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at how well and how safely the INDIGO Aspiration System works to remove dangerous blood clots in the leg, gut, or deep veins. It included 500 people in Japan who needed urgent treatment. The goal was to confirm the device can restore blood flow and avoid serious…
Sponsor: Penumbra Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:51 UTC
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New Clot-Sucking device tested against standard care for dangerous lung clots
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether using a device to physically remove blood clots from the lungs, in addition to standard blood thinners, is safer and more effective than blood thinners alone. It involved 100 adults with intermediate-high risk pulmonary embolism, a serious condition wher…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Penumbra Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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New brain clot removal device shows promise in stroke study
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a device called Artemis that removes blood clots from the brain through a small hole, instead of open surgery. It included 236 adults aged 18-80 who had a brain hemorrhage. The goal was to see if the device leads to less disability and lower death rates compared…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Penumbra Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC