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Small cuts with big impact in surgery | Nicole Basa | TEDxLeander High School
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-03 15:13
What if I asked you to take 3/4 of the stomach, which is the size of a football, through a hole smaller than a dime. You would think I'm crazy. Have I lost my mind.What What am I talking about. Am I a magician. Am I pulling like a rabbit out of a hat or something like that.And that's actually what I thought 25 years ago when I started surgical residency. At that time you did a lot of surgeries with open abdominal incisions. You did laparottoies for traumas. You did laparottoies for emergency surgery to save ...
SS Innovations Announces Successful Completion of First Robotic Cardiac Surgery in the Western Hemisphere Utilizing the Company’s SSi Mantra 3 Surgical Robotic System
Globenewswire· 2025-06-16 12:45
Company Overview - SS Innovations International, Inc. is a developer of innovative surgical robotic technologies aimed at making robotic surgery affordable and accessible globally [3] - The company is headquartered in India and plans to expand its global presence with user-friendly and cost-effective surgical robotic solutions [3] Recent Developments - The first robotic cardiac surgery in the Americas was successfully performed using the SSi Mantra 3 surgical robotic system on June 8, 2025, by Dr. Juan Zuniga in Guayaquil, Ecuador [1] - The procedure involved a robotic Atrial Septal Defect closure, which repairs a hole between the upper two chambers of the heart [1] Technology Features - The SSi Mantra surgical robotic system is a modular, multi-arm system featuring advanced technology such as 3 to 5 robotic arms, a 3D 4K monitor, and a touch panel for patient information [4] - It utilizes over 40 different types of robotic endo-surgical instruments to support various specialties, including cardiac surgery [4] - The system has been clinically validated in India for over 100 different types of surgical procedures [4] Surgical Experience - Dr. Zuniga reported that the SSi Mantra system was easy to handle, resulting in effective outcomes and faster recovery for patients due to its minimally invasive nature [2] - The precision of the robotic system enhances the surgeon's confidence in performing sutures and tissue manipulation [2] Hospital Adoption - Interhospital in Guayaquil is the first hospital in South America to install the SSi Mantra system and has utilized it for various complex surgical procedures since its installation [2]
PROCEPT BioRobotics (PRCT) FY Conference Transcript
2025-06-04 16:00
Summary of Procept BioRobotics (PRCT) FY Conference Call - June 04, 2025 Company Overview - Procept BioRobotics is a surgical robotic company aiming to become a global leader in urology [3][4] - The company focuses on treating Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), a condition affecting a significant portion of the male population [5] Industry Insights - BPH affects one in two men aged 50-60, with 40 million men in the U.S. suffering from this condition [5] - There is a large unmet clinical need, with only 12 million of the 40 million men under medical management [6] - The majority of men avoid surgical options due to side effects associated with current treatments [6][7] Product and Technology - Aquablation therapy is designed to address the unmet clinical need for BPH treatment, effective for all prostate sizes and shapes [6][9] - The technology utilizes an automated water jet, avoiding unnecessary damage to surrounding tissue [9] - Clinical studies show that aquablation has superior safety outcomes compared to traditional resective procedures like TURP [11][12] Market Access and Reimbursement - Full Medicare coverage is available for aquablation, with 95% of eligible patients having access to the treatment [15] - The facility payment for aquablation is just over $9,200, with expectations for reimbursement to align with other resective procedures [36][37] Financial Performance - The company reported a revenue of $69.2 million for the first quarter, a 55% year-over-year growth [22] - The installed base in the U.S. reached 547 systems, with significant international revenue growth, particularly in the U.K. and Japan [23][24] - Revenue guidance for 2025 is set at $323 million, with an expected growth rate of 63% to 64.5% [24] Future Opportunities - Procept is exploring the use of aquablation for prostate cancer treatment, addressing a significant unmet clinical need [16][18] - There are over 3 million men in the U.S. with prostate cancer, with 300,000 new cases annually [16] - The company is conducting clinical studies to demonstrate the safety and efficacy of aquablation in prostate cancer patients [19][22] Challenges and Execution - The company is focused on surgeon retention and increasing procedure volumes, with over 30,000 cases performed in the U.S. last year [32][33] - The transition from Category III to Category I reimbursement codes is a key milestone, expected to simplify pre-authorization processes [36][39] Conclusion - Procept BioRobotics is positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for effective BPH and prostate cancer treatments through innovative technology and strong clinical data [44]
SS Innovations Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results
Globenewswire· 2025-05-14 20:32
Core Insights - SS Innovations International, Inc. reported record quarterly revenue of $5.1 million for Q1 2025, a 40.8% increase from $3.6 million in Q1 2024, driven by higher sales of the SSi Mantra 3 surgical robotic system [4][6] - The company plans to submit a De Novo application to the FDA for the SSi Mantra 3 by the end of July 2025, aiming for approval in the U.S. and European markets [4][6] Financial Performance - Revenue increased by 40.8% to $5.1 million from $3.6 million in Q1 2024 [6] - Gross margin improved by 121 basis points to 21.23% from 20.02% in Q1 2024 [6] - Gross profit rose by 49.3% to $1.1 million from $0.7 million in Q1 2024 [6] - Net loss decreased to $5.7 million, or $(0.03) per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $9.8 million, or $(0.06) per diluted share, in Q1 2024 [6] Business Highlights - SSi Mantra installations totaled 15, a 66.7% increase from 9 installations in Q1 2024 [6] - Cumulative installed base of SSi Mantra reached 78, with cumulative surgeries totaling 3,568 [6][8] - Significant growth in instrument sales (302.7%) and warranty sales (1,202.3%) compared to Q1 2024 [8] Strategic Developments - The company uplisted to The Nasdaq Capital Market on April 25, 2025, marking a milestone for global expansion [3][4] - Plans to expand market presence beyond the seven countries where the SSi Mantra has been cleared, focusing on the EU and U.S. [4] Product Innovations - The SSi Mantra 3 surgical robotic system enabled the world's first robotic cardiac telesurgery [7] - The system received regulatory approvals in the Philippines and Ukraine, enhancing its market potential [7]