Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a total revenue of $6 million for the first quarter, down from $7 million a year ago but up 10% sequentially from the previous quarter [33][34][38] - The adjusted gross margin was 54.8%, slightly down from 55.2% year over year, but expected to improve as efficiencies in manufacturing are realized [36][37] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $3.3 million, an improvement from $4.5 million in the previous year [37] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The BioEnvelope division generated $3.1 million in revenue, representing a 31% year-over-year growth and a 16% sequential increase [33][34] - Simploderm revenue was $2.6 million, down from $3.6 million a year ago but up 13% from the previous quarter [34] - The cardiovascular products division reported $300,000 in sales, with expectations for significant growth as the company takes back control of sales efforts [35] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has secured Value Analysis Committee (VAC) approvals from 125 hospitals, with an additional 130 VACs in process [11][12] - The partnership with Boston Scientific has expanded the sales force to over 900 representatives, enhancing market reach [18][20] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The primary focus is on driving top-line growth for Elupro through expanding VAC and Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) coverage [41] - The company plans to explore strategic alternatives for its Simploderm product line [42] - There is an ongoing effort to advance the drug-eluting biologic pipeline for reconstructive surgery [44] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about a strong second half of 2025, driven by the successful launch of Elupro and the partnership with Boston Scientific [13][41] - The company is focused on increasing production capacity and lowering costs for Elupro, targeting gross margins in the mid-70% range [42][43] Other Important Information - The company opened a new facility in Gaithersburg, Maryland, to enhance manufacturing capacity for critical components, which is expected to reduce costs [22][23] - The company received an Edison Award for innovation in post-surgical recovery for Elupro [27] Q&A Session Summary Question: How have relationships with physicians gone in those cases with Boston Scientific? - Management noted that adoption patterns for Elupro are positive, with initial orders often leading to higher subsequent orders as more physicians in practices begin to use the product [49][50] Question: What is the current manufacturing capacity without the Gaithersburg facility? - Current manufacturing capacity allows for approximately $140 million in Elupro revenue, but without the new facility, capacity would be constrained to $25 million to $30 million [54] Question: What should be expected regarding cash burn going forward? - Cash flow from operations is expected to stabilize around $4 million to $5 million after Q2, following the settlement of litigation costs [56][57] Question: How will the registry study data support commercial conversions? - The data from the registry study is anticipated to be more impactful in the second half of next year, aiding in regulatory submissions and enhancing the VAC process [60][61] Question: What is the expected revenue for Elupro as it matures? - Elupro is projected to reach approximately $200 million in U.S. revenue at maturity, significantly surpassing the previous product, Kangaroo [63][64]
Elutia(ELUT) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript