Core Viewpoint - INVO Fertility, Inc. has received a notice of allowance for a new patent on a modified version of its proprietary INVOcell device, extending intellectual property protection through 2040, which reflects feedback from embryologists to simplify the device's use [1][2][5] Company Overview - INVO Fertility is a healthcare company focused on the fertility sector, dedicated to expanding assisted reproductive technology (ART) care [6] - The company operates two INVO Centers and one IVF clinic in the United States, and engages in the sale and distribution of the INVOcell technology to third-party fertility clinics [6] Product Details - The INVOcell device is the world's first FDA-cleared intravaginal culture (IVC) system, allowing fertilization and early embryo development to occur within a woman's body, providing a more natural alternative to traditional IVF [3][4] - The device was originally granted FDA clearance in 2015 and received an update in 2023 to extend the incubation period from 3 days to 5 days [4] - The modified design of the INVOcell device was based on embryologists' feedback, transitioning from a dual-chamber to a singular main chamber [4] Market Position - The INVOcell procedure offers comparable pregnancy rates to traditional IVF while providing a more patient-centered and affordable experience [5][6] - The company believes that the IVC procedure can deliver similar results at a lower cost compared to traditional IVF and is more effective than intrauterine insemination (IUI) [6]
INVO Fertility Receives Notice of Allowance for Modified INVOcell Device Patent