Core Insights - CapsoVision, Inc. has submitted an application to the FDA for Breakthrough Device Designation for its CapsoCam UGI capsule endoscopy system aimed at early detection of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, a highly fatal cancer [1][5] - The CapsoCam UGI system is designed to expand the company's diagnostic capabilities beyond the small bowel, addressing significant challenges in gastroenterology [2][8] - Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma has a low five-year survival rate of only 8%, primarily due to late-stage diagnosis, highlighting the urgent need for effective early screening tools [2][6] Company Overview - CapsoVision is a commercial-stage medical technology company focused on advanced imaging and AI-enabled solutions for gastrointestinal disease detection [8] - The flagship product, CapsoCam Plus®, is a wire-free, panoramic capsule endoscope that provides high-resolution visualization of the small bowel [8] - The company is also developing CapsoCam Colon™, which aims to enhance non-invasive colon imaging and polyp detection [8] Industry Context - Pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S., despite representing only about 3% of all cancer cases [6] - Approximately 80% of pancreatic cancer diagnoses occur at advanced stages, limiting treatment options [6] - Current diagnostic methods are invasive and costly, lacking the sensitivity needed for early-stage detection, which underscores the need for innovative, non-invasive technologies [6][7]
CapsoVision Submits Breakthrough Device Designation Application to FDA for Pancreatic Cancer Screening Capsule