Forconti Medical
Disposable Medical Devices for Managing Fecal Incontinence
Company Overview
Snapshot
Founded in February 2011 by Haim Ackerman, Forconti Medical operates with 1-10 employees. The company is currently in the Pre-Funding stage and has performed a successful pilot clinical trial for its flagship product, Contix, at the Shaarey Zedek Medical Center in Israel.
Business overview
Forconti Medical specializes in the development and production of disposable medical devices designed for the treatment of fecal incontinence. Its core product, Contix, is a disposable device intended to offer an alternative to existing solutions like adult diapers by being placed higher in the anal canal, a less sensitive area. The company operates within the Health Tech & Life Sciences sector, specifically targeting the medical devices industry, and serves markets including healthcare providers, patients, and consumers globally through distribution channels.
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- What is Forconti Medical's primary product?
- Forconti Medical's primary product is Contix, a disposable medical device designed for managing fecal incontinence. It aims to provide an alternative to traditional products like adult diapers.
- When was Forconti Medical founded and by whom?
- Forconti Medical was founded in February 2011 by Haim Ackerman.
- What is the current development stage of Forconti Medical's products?
- Forconti Medical's products are currently in the clinical trial stage. The company has completed a successful pilot clinical trial at the Shaarey Zedek Medical Center in Israel and is continuing the study at Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer.
- Does Forconti Medical hold any patents for its technology?
- Yes, Forconti Medical's products are protected by a U.S. and Israeli patent issued in 2016, with patents pending in Europe.
- What problem does Forconti Medical's Contix device aim to solve?
- The Contix device aims to provide a more effective and comfortable solution for managing fecal incontinence by being placed in a less sensitive area of the rectum, offering an alternative to existing products.