SeaStar Medical Announces Two Feature Stories on QUELIMMUNE Adoption and Patient Testimonial of Life-Saving Therapy

Core Insights - SeaStar Medical Holding Corporation is focusing on the commercialization of QUELIMMUNE therapy for critically ill pediatric patients suffering from acute kidney injury (AKI) and sepsis [1][2] - The QUELIMMUNE therapy received approval in February 2024 under a Humanitarian Device Exemption, demonstrating safety and probable clinical benefit for a limited population of critically ill children [2] - The therapy aims to reduce destructive hyperinflammation that can lead to organ failure and increased mortality rates [5][6] Company Overview - SeaStar Medical is a commercial-stage healthcare company dedicated to transforming treatments for critically ill patients facing organ failure [4] - The QUELIMMUNE therapy is the only FDA-approved product for life-threatening AKI due to sepsis in critically ill pediatric patients [4] - The company has been awarded Breakthrough Device Designation for four therapeutic indications by the FDA, facilitating a faster approval process and better reimbursement dynamics [6] Therapy Details - QUELIMMUNE therapy is designed for children weighing 10 kilograms or more who are treated in the ICU with Renal Replacement Therapy (RRT) [2] - The therapy was commercially launched in July 2025, following its approval [2] - The therapy addresses the urgent need for effective treatments in pediatric patients with few options available [2][3] Clinical Context - AKI is characterized by a sudden loss of kidney function and can result from various conditions, including sepsis and severe trauma [3] - Destructive hyperinflammation associated with AKI can lead to multi-organ dysfunction and increased healthcare costs due to prolonged ICU stays and reliance on dialysis [3] - The company is conducting a pivotal trial of its Selective Cytopheretic Device (SCD) therapy in adult patients with AKI, impacting over 200,000 adults in the U.S. annually [6]