ProArc Medical
Minimally Invasive Devices for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Company Overview
Snapshot
Founded in July 2010 by Yair Feld, ProArc Medical operates with 1–10 employees. The company has raised $2.28M across 4 funding rounds from 2 investors. In July 2019, ProArc Medical was awarded a $2.2 million grant from the European Union.
Business overview
ProArc Medical is a medical device company focused on developing and commercializing noninvasive solutions for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as enlarged prostate. Its core product, ClearRing, is a prostatic reshaping device designed to treat lower urinary tract symptoms caused by BPH. The device utilizes a nitinol implant in an open ring shape, placed within the enlarged prostate tissue to expand the obstructed area while avoiding long-term urine contact. This single-operator device is compatible with standard cystoscopes, facilitating convenient use by physicians. ProArc Medical operates within the Health Tech & Life Sciences sector, specifically in Medical Devices and Medical Treatment & Therapeutics, serving healthcare providers in Europe.
Strategic signal
In July 2019, ProArc Medical secured a $2.2 million grant from the European Union. This significant non-equity funding validates the potential of its ClearRing device for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia and signals strong European interest in innovative, minimally invasive medical solutions for urological conditions. For investors, this indicates a positive trajectory for market adoption and regulatory support within the European market.
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- What is ProArc Medical's primary focus?
- ProArc Medical specializes in developing and commercializing noninvasive medical devices for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate.
- What is the ClearRing device?
- The ClearRing device is a prostatic reshaping device developed by ProArc Medical. It uses a nitinol implant in an open ring shape to expand obstructed areas in the enlarged prostate, aiming to treat lower urinary tract symptoms from BPH.
- When was ProArc Medical founded and by whom?
- ProArc Medical was founded in July 2010 by Yair Feld.
- Has ProArc Medical received any significant grants?
- Yes, in July 2019, ProArc Medical was awarded a $2.2 million grant from the European Union. Additionally, in January 2018, the company received a grant from the Israel Innovation Authority.