Core Insights - BioCardia, Inc. reported financial results for Q1 2025, highlighting advancements in its cellular and cell-derived therapeutics for cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases [1][8] Recent Business Highlights - The CardiAMP autologous cell therapy for ischemic heart failure (BCDA-01) showed a 107-second increase in exercise tolerance and an 82% reduction in angina episodes at the six-month follow-up [2] - The CardiALLO cell therapy (BCDA-03) completed a low dose cohort with no adverse events, and the independent Data Safety Monitoring Board recommended proceeding with the study [3] - The Helix biotherapeutic delivery system demonstrated safety in the CardiAMP HF Trial, with no procedure-related deaths or complications, supporting FDA approval efforts [3] Intellectual Property - BioCardia holds over 60 patents and applications globally, with a recent patent granted in Japan for a delivery catheter that enhances minimally invasive treatment options [5][6] Financial Results - Research and development expenses increased to approximately $1.5 million in Q1 2025 from $1.2 million in Q1 2024, while selling, general, and administrative expenses rose to approximately $1.2 million from $1.1 million [11] - The net loss for Q1 2025 was approximately $2.7 million, compared to $2.3 million in Q1 2024, with net cash used in operations at approximately $1.6 million [11][15] Upcoming Milestones - The company plans to submit data to the FDA and Japan PMDA regarding the CardiAMP cell therapy and Helix delivery system, with additional enrollment in the CardiAMP HF II Trial [9][11]
BioCardia Reports First Quarter 2025 Business Highlights and Financial Results