WAYNE, Pa., November 14, 2023 -- Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX), a leading global provider of medical technologies, announced today that a new peer-reviewed study in the Nature journal Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases reinforces the position of the UroLift™ System as the gold standard in minimally invasive surgical treatment (MIST) for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or enlarged prostate. Retreatment Rates and Postprocedural Complications Are Higher Than Expected After BPH Surgeries: A U.S. Healthcare Claims and Utilization Study is the largest longitudinal healthcare claims study evaluating complication and retreatment rates after BPH treatment with leading surgical and MIST ever conducted, and the only study to include all outpatient sites of service.1
Read MoreWAYNE, Pa., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX), a leading global provider of medical technologies, today announced that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Palette Life Sciences AB. The acquisition adds Barrigel®, a biodegradable sculptable rectal spacer, to Teleflex’s Interventional Urology portfolio. Barrigel® is a Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid (NASHA) spacer designed to reduce radiation delivered to the rectum during prostate cancer radiation therapy, while increasing tumor control and patient quality of life.1 The Palette Life Sciences portfolio also includes Deflux® and Solesta®, which are NASHA based tissue bulking agents designed to treat pediatric vesicoureteral reflux and fecal incontinence, respectively.
On July 26, Teleflex announced its entry into a definitive agreement to acquire Palette. Under the terms of the agreement, Teleflex acquired Palette for an upfront cash payment of $600 million at closing, with additional consideration of up to $50 million upon the achievement of certain commercial milestones.
On a standalone basis, we continue to expect Palette net revenue to be approximately $56 million for 2023. The acquisition is expected to be approximately $0.25 dilutive to adjusted earnings per share (excluding non-recurring purchase accounting items and other acquisition and integration related costs) in 2023.
For 2024, the transaction is expected to deliver a high-teens to low 20% revenue growth profile and be approximately $0.35 dilutive to adjusted earnings per share (excluding non-recurring purchase accounting items and other acquisition and integration related costs). The transaction is expected to be increasingly accretive to adjusted EPS, thereafter.
The Company will provide an update to its 2023 financial outlook on its third quarter earnings conference call.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. We apply purpose driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular access, interventional cardiology and radiology, anesthesia, emergency medicine, surgical, urology and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit teleflex.com.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow®, Deknatel®, LMA®, Pilling®, QuikClot®, Rüsch®, UroLift® and Weck® – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.
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Any statements contained in this press release that do not describe historical facts may constitute forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statements contained herein are based on our management's current beliefs and expectations, but are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and changes in circumstances, which may cause actual results or company actions to differ materially from what is expressed or implied by these statements. These risks and uncertainties are identified and described in more detail in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Teleflex, the Teleflex logo, Arrow, Deknatel, LMA, Pilling, QuikClot, Rüsch, UroLift, and Weck are trademarks or registered trademarks of Teleflex Incorporated or its affiliates, in the U.S. and/or other countries.
Men With Bothersome Urinary Symptoms Find Travel Less Enjoyable Due to Frequent Bathroom Needs
Read MoreAcquisition will add Barrigel®, a biodegradable sculptable rectal spacer, to Teleflex’s Interventional Urology portfolio
Read MoreResearch Presented at the American Urological Association Annual Meeting Confirms Five-Year Durability of UroLift® System and Highlights Low Rates of Procedural Complications
Read MorePresentations at the 38th Annual European Association of Urology Congress Reinforce Low Surgical Retreatment of the UroLift® System
Read MoreThe campaign drives education about the importance of regular health screenings and treatment options for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a common men’s health condition.
Read MoreBPH is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate, occurring naturally as men age, which can cause urinary problems, decrease quality of life, and interrupt sleep.4 More than 14 million men in the U.S. seek treatment for the condition every year.3
“The UroLift® System is a proven treatment method in my practice for patients seeking relief from an enlarged prostate,” said Steven Gange, M.D., F.A.C.S., of Summit Urology Group and Associate Medical Director of the Teleflex Interventional Urology Business Unit. “For men with BPH who are looking to get off medications, the UroLift® System can be an excellent minimally invasive option that provides rapid relief and low risk of permanent side effects.”
Teleflex recently conducted a survey of 1,000 U.S. men aged 45+ who are experiencing BPH symptoms to better understand the treatment journey and patient behavior surrounding BPH.5
Key findings include:
• 70% of men surveyed, who were as young as 45, indicated medications were recommended as at least one option for treating BPH.6
• Nearly half of the respondents on medication (44%) are interested in alternative treatment options.7
“Urologists can change appropriate BPH patients’ journeys for the better, with confidence, by offering them the UroLift® System,” said Kevin Hardage, President and General Manager of Teleflex Interventional Urology. “At Teleflex, we are honored to play an important role in enhancing the quality of life of hundreds of thousands of men with BPH.”
About the UroLift® System
The UroLift® System is a minimally invasive treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is indicated for the treatment of symptoms of an enlarged prostate up to 100 cc in men 45 years or older (50 years outside U.S.). The UroLift® permanent implants, which can be delivered during an outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction without heating, cutting, destruction of, or removing prostate tissue. The UroLift® System can be used to treat a broad spectrum of anatomies, including obstructive median lobe.8 It is the only leading BPH procedure shown to not cause new onset, sustained erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction.*2,9-10 The L.I.F.T. study has proven UroLift® System durability out to 5 years with a surgical retreatment rate of 13.6% over 5 years or about 2-3% per year.2 Most common adverse events are temporary and can include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence.11 Rare side effects, including bleeding and infection, may lead to a serious outcome and may require intervention. Individual results may vary. The prostatic urethral lift procedure (using the UroLift® System) is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the 2021 American Urological Association and 2022 European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. More than 400,000 men have been treated with the UroLift® System in select markets worldwide.1
Learn more at UroLift.com. Rx only.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. We apply purpose driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular access, interventional cardiology and radiology, anesthesia, emergency medicine, surgical, urology and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit teleflex.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
Any statements contained in this press release that do not describe historical facts may constitute forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statements contained herein are based on our management's current beliefs and expectations, but are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and changes in circumstances, which may cause actual results or company actions to differ materially from what is expressed or implied by these statements. These risks and uncertainties are identified and described in more detail in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Contacts:
Teleflex Incorporated:
Lawrence Keusch
Vice President, Investor Relations and Strategy Development
John Hsu, CFA
Vice President, Investor Relations
Investors.teleflex.com
610-948-2836
Media:
Nicole Osmer
nicole@healthandcommerce.com
650-454-0504
*No instances of new, sustained erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction in the L.I.F.T. pivotal study.
References:
- Management estimate based on product sales as of December 2022. Data on file Teleflex Interventional Urology.
- Roehrborn, Can J Urol 2017.
- U.S. 2022 estimates based on US Market Model 2022-24 (5-17-22 FINAL), which is in part based on Symphony Health PatientSource® 2018-21, as is and with no representations/warranties, including accuracy or completeness.
- Speakman, BJUI 2014.
- Survey of US men aged 45+ who have experienced symptoms commonly associated with BPH (enlarged prostate), conducted by Teleflex in 2022. Data on file, n=1000.
- Survey of US men aged 45+, who have been diagnosed with BPH (enlarged prostate), are suffering from at least one urinary symptom, and who spoke to their doctor about their BPH treatment, conducted by Teleflex in 2022. Data on file, n=1,001
- Survey of US men aged 45+, who have been diagnosed with BPH (enlarged prostate), are suffering from at least one urinary symptom, who did not get a treatment recommendation from their doctor about their BPH treatment, or did get a recommendation from their doctor about their BPH treatment and chose medications, conducted by Teleflex in 2022. Data on file, n=714
- Rukstalis, Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Dis 2018.
- AUA BPH Guidelines 2003, 2021.
- McVary, J Sex Med 2016.
- Roehrborn, J Urology 2013.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow®, Deknatel®, LMA®, Pilling®, QuikClot®, Rüsch®, UroLift®, and Weck® – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.
Teleflex, the Teleflex logo, Arrow, Deknatel, LMA, Pilling, QuickClot, Rusch, UroLift and Weck are trademarks or registered trademarks of Teleflex Incorporated or its affiliates, in the U.S. and/or other countries.
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Men with obstructive median lobes treated with the UroLift® System experience symptom improvement sooner and are satisfied more quickly compared to those treated with TURP, and have fewer post-op catheterizations
Read MoreFundamentalVR Offers Teleflex a Scalable Training Platform to Accelerate the Effective Use of the UroLift® 2 System for Treatment of Enlarged Prostate
Read MoreThe company aims to raise awareness and education about BPH, a common men’s health condition
Read MorePresentations at the 37th Annual European Association of Urology Congress to Demonstrate Measurable and Sustained Improvement of BPH Symptoms and IPSS Scores
Read MoreCompany Also Announces Milestone of 350,000 UroLift® System Minimally Invasive Procedures Globally
Read MoreWill expand patient access to BPH treatment
Read MoreProduct demonstrations and educational presentations underscore the company’s leadership in advancing care for patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Read MoreTeleflex Announces the Launch of the UroLift® System in Japan for the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
Initial Cases Have Now Been Performed in Japan
Will expand patient access to breakthrough BPH treatment
Read MoreWAYNE, Pa.--October 29, 2021--Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX) announced today that the UroLift® System was honored by DTC Perspectives with a Bronze Award in the “Best New Branded Television Campaign” category and an Honorable Mention in the “Best Branded Website” category. The National Advertising Awards were announced at the Annual DTC National Conference in Boston, which was held October 12-14.
The campaign, “Theater ‘Flow’,” is the first national TV campaign in Teleflex history. The ad features prominent imagery associated with symptoms of enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), including increased frequency, a weak urine stream and feeling of incomplete emptying of the bladder. The ad includes a clear call to action to visit the branded website and to call a toll-free number. The UroLift System is a minimally invasive treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH, a condition that leads more than 12 million men in the U.S. to seek treatment every year.1
“Many big pharma companies with large advertising budgets were selected as finalists for the Best New Branded Television Campaign,” said Bryan Holmes, Global Vice President, Marketing and Business Development of the Teleflex Interventional Urology Business Unit. “We were somewhat of an underdog from this perspective but were able to create a terrific campaign that stood out to the judges. We are proud of our skilled team, and our success was a result of their hard work and dedication to producing quality work that spoke to our target audience.”
“DTC works when potential customers ask their doctor about the advertised product. DTC works really well when there is a large pool of potential users who are informed about something new to help them. The UroLift System meets both criteria. The pool of men with BPH is large, and UroLift is a novel approach,” said Bob Ehrlich, Chairman, DTC Perspectives, Inc.
The campaign aired for 25 weeks, from July 6 to December 30, 2020. Over the course of the campaign 3,108 television ads in :60 and :30 second spots ran on national cable stations. The response to the television ad was nearly double what was originally planned, demonstrating a significant breakthrough to the brand’s target market. Additionally, traffic to the branded website increased 146%.
The campaign was developed in partnership with the award-winning creative director Rocky Botts of the Rocky Botts Creative agency.
About the DTC Perspectives Awards
DTC Perspectives, the leading forum for direct-to-consumer (DTC) advertising thought leaders, honors a dynamic group of pharmaceutical companies and brands at the much-anticipated DTC National Advertising Awards. Learn more about the awards at DTC Perspectives.
About the UroLift® System
The UroLift System is a minimally invasive treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is indicated for the treatment of symptoms of an enlarged prostate up to 100 cc in men 45 years or older (50 years outside U.S.). The UroLift® permanent implants, delivered during an outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction, without heating, cutting, destruction of or removing prostate tissue. The UroLift® System can be used to treat a broad spectrum of anatomies, including obstructive median lobe.2 It is the only leading BPH procedure shown to not cause new onset, sustained erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction.*3-5 Most common adverse events are temporary and can include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence.3 Rare side effects, including bleeding and infection, may lead to a serious outcome and may require intervention. Individual results may vary. The prostatic urethral lift procedure (using the UroLift® System) is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. More than 300,000 men have been treated with the UroLift® System in select markets worldwide.† Learn more at UroLift.com. Rx only.
About Teleflex Interventional Urology
The Teleflex Interventional Urology Business Unit is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive, and clinically effective devices that address unmet needs in the field of urology. Our focus is on improving the standard of care for patients with BPH using the UroLift® System, a minimally invasive, permanent implant system that treats symptoms while preserving sexual function.*3-5 Learn more at NeoTract.com.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. We apply purpose-driven innovation — a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs — to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine, and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit Teleflex.com.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow®, Deknatel®, LMA®, Pilling®, Rusch®, UroLift®, and Weck® — trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.
Contacts:
For Teleflex Incorporated:
Lawrence Keusch
Vice President, Investor Relations and Strategy Development
John Hsu, CFA
Vice President, Investor Relations
investors.teleflex.com
610.948.2836
Media:
Nicole Osmer
nicole@healthandcommerce.com
650.454.0504
*No instances of new, sustained erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction in the L.I.F.T. pivotal study.
† Management estimate based on product sales and average units per procedure.
References
1. NeoTract US Market Model estimates for 2020, data on file
2. Rukstalis, Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Dis 2018
3. Roehrborn, J Urology 2013 L.I.F.T. Study
4. AUA BPH Guidelines 2003, 2020
5. McVary, J Sex Med 2016
Teleflex, the Teleflex logo, NeoTract, the NeoTract logo and UroLift are trademarks or registered trademarks of Teleflex Incorporated or its affiliates, in the U.S. and/or other countries.
Late-Breaking Data Presentation Reveals How UroLift PUL’s Post-Operative Events Compare With Other Minimally Invasive Procedures and Traditional Surgery for the Treatment of BPH
Read MoreNew real-world data findings along with new product evolutions demonstrate why the UroLift® System is the right solution for most BPH patients
WAYNE, PA. – September 9, 2021 – Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX) today announced that two new UroLift System products, the UroLift Advanced Tissue Control (ATC) System and the UroLift 2 System, will be launched at the American Urological Association (AUA) 2021 Annual Meeting taking place virtually September 10–13. New emerging data from the largest analysis of U.S. healthcare claims within the field of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) comparing complication rates (defined as a post-operative procedure performed during a return visit to an outpatient setting) and surgical retreatment rates of BPH procedures, including the UroLift System, will also be presented.
WAYNE, Pa., August 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX) today announced the publication of clinical data for the UroLift® System in the peer-reviewed journal Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Disease. This study explains the mechanism of action through which the UroLift System provides long-term durability and sustained results for patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also referred to as enlarged prostate.
The UroLift System implants provide rapid relief from disruptive lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) through a minimally invasive procedure that pulls back enlarged prostate tissue. This published study is unique in its amalgamation of three different facets of research by including pre-clinical canine tissue, human tissue, and post-market surveillance data. Tissue samples were examined from twenty-four healthy canines and four human patients who were implanted with the UroLift System. Researchers reviewed the microscopic structure on all tissue samples to uncover any potential changes attributed to the implants.
The microscopic evaluation found that the extracted tissues revealed normal-appearing tissue with minimal-mild inflammation and no encrustation, indicating a stable and normal healing response. The data support a long-term biological mechanism of action whereby compression-induced localized tissue remodeling is initiated by the UroLift System implant placement and leads to a widened prostatic urethra. Furthermore, post-market surveillance data of over 770,000 UroLift System devices support that the implant is stable and remains fixed after proper deployment, and demonstrate low rates of breakage (0.004%) and encrustation (0.006%). Taken together, the biocompatibility and stability of the UroLift System implants appear to be superior to prostatic stents, with studies of prostatic stents showing that up to 47% of men require removal of their implants due to complications associated with migrations and encrustations.1
The UroLift implant pulls the enlarged prostate toward the capsule, thereby mechanically creating an immediate, visible deobstruction in the prostatic urethra. The researchers discuss this “prostate lift” is a fundamentally distinct mode of action compared with not only prostatic stents, but also thermal ablation techniques that induce tissue damage and may result in extended periods of edema, retention/catheterization, and higher risks of urinary infections and ejaculatory dysfunction. 2,3,4,5,6,7
“The UroLift System is the first mechanical prostatic implant to demonstrate safe and effective treatment of BPH without common issues associated with prior stents. This study describes in detail the unique prostate lift mechanism of action that is the basis of its durable outcomes,” said Dr. Peter Chin, Clinical Associate Professor, Graduate School of Medicine, University of Wollongong, and author on the paper. “Not only are the results seen with the UroLift System sustainable, but the implants can provide a superior patient experience during the early recovery period4, and rapid symptom relief and preservation of sexual function*”9
“More than 12 million men in the U.S. are treated for BPH/LUTS. With over 250,000 patients treated globally with the UroLift System, it has been the right solution for many patients,” said Jacqueline Welch, Medical Director of the Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit. “Physicians can implant the UroLift System with confidence due to the demonstrated long-term durability and sustained BPH relief that it provides.”10
About the UroLift® System
The UroLift® System is a minimally invasive treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is indicated for the treatment of symptoms of an enlarged prostate up to 100cc in men 45 years or older. The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during an outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction without heating, cutting, destruction or removing prostate tissue. The UroLift System is the only leading BPH procedure shown to not cause new onset, sustained erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction.* 9,10,11,12 Most common adverse events are temporary and can include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence.9 Rare side effects, including bleeding and infection, may lead to a serious outcome and may require intervention. Individual results may vary. The Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure (using the UroLift System) is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. More than 250,000 men have been treated with the UroLift System in select markets worldwide.† Learn more at www.UroLift.com.
About Teleflex Interventional Urology
The Teleflex Interventional Urology Business Unit is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive and clinically effective devices that address unmet needs in the field of urology. Our focus is on improving the standard of care for patients with BPH using the UroLift System, a minimally invasive permanent implant system that treats symptoms while preserving sexual function.*9-11 Learn more at NeoTract.com.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. We apply purpose driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit Teleflex.com.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow®, Deknatel®, LMA®, Pilling®, Rusch®, UroLift® and Weck® – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.
+Dr. Chin was an investigator for the PUL feasibility clinical trial and the LIFT pivotal study. He is also a paid consultant for NeoTract Inc./Teleflex.
Real-World Claims Data Presented at Annual European Association of Urology Congress Reveal Overall Complication Rates are Lowest after Treatment with the UroLift System
Read MorePresentations to Provide New Insights on the Real-World Effectiveness and Durability of Leading Minimally Invasive Procedure for Enlarged Prostate
Read MoreTeleflex survey finds “extreme bathroom planning” to accommodate urinary symptoms common with an enlarged prostate (BPH) impacts daily activities
Read MoreWAYNE, Pa., March 9, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX) today announced that, globally, 250,000 patients have been treated with the UroLift® System, a proven, minimally invasive approach to treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
In the United States alone, more than 42 million men are affected by BPH and approximately 12 million men are under a doctor’s care for the condition.1 This common, non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate occurs as men age and can interrupt sleep, cause urinary problems, and decrease quality of life.2
“The UroLift System is a standard of care in my practice, and I confidently recommend it to appropriate patients who face the challenge of an enlarging prostate,” said Wayne Kuang, M.D.a “Many men are looking for alternatives to medications and major surgeries that have unwanted side effects and risks. The UroLift System may enable men to experience rapid symptom relief, recover from the procedure quickly, and return to their normal routines with minimal downtime.3,4 This minimally invasive procedure can achieve consistent results in a broad range of BPH patients with various anatomies and a wide range of sizes.”
“Celebrating 250,000 patients treated with the UroLift System is an exciting milestone. We thank the physicians in our community who recommend the UroLift System to their patients,” said Tyler Binney, President of the Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit. “Recent clinical data show the UroLift System provides a superior patient experience with better sexual function, lower catheterization rates, less interference with daily activities, and higher patient satisfaction in the early recovery period.b,5 Patients treated with the UroLift System may also achieve better outcomes in sexual function and satisfaction than men who receive medical therapyc,8 These positive UroLift System outcomes align with our goal at Teleflex to improve the health and quality of patients’ lives.”
About the UroLift® System
The UroLift® System is a minimally invasive treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is indicated for the treatment of symptoms of an enlarged prostate up to 100cc in men 45 years or older. The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during an outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction without heating, cutting, destruction or removing prostate tissue. The UroLift System is the only leading BPH procedure shown to not cause new onset, sustained erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction.d,3,6,7 Most common adverse events are temporary and can include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence.3 Rare side effects, including bleeding and infection, may lead to a serious outcome and may require intervention. Individual results may vary. The prostatic urethral lift procedure (using the UroLift System) is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. More than 250,000 men have been treated with the UroLift System in select markets worldwide.e Learn more at www.UroLift.com.
About Teleflex Interventional Urology
The Teleflex Interventional Urology Business Unit is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive, and clinically effective devices that address unmet needs in the field of urology. Our focus is on improving the standard of care for patients with BPH using the UroLift® System, a minimally invasive, permanent implant system that treats symptoms while preserving sexual function.d,3,6,7 Learn more at www.NeoTract.com.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. We apply purpose-driven innovation—a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs—to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine, and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit www.Teleflex.com.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow®, Deknatel®, Hudson RCI®, LMA®, Pilling®, Rusch®, UroLift® and Weck®—trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.
WAYNE, Pa.— January 20, 2021—Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX) announced today that new data published in the peer-reviewed journal, European Urology Focus, found that men treated with the Prostatic Urethral Lift (PUL) procedure (using the UroLift® System) showed preservation and some improvement of sexual function compared to men being treated with medication for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
The comparative analysis “Prostatic Urethral Lift vs. Medical Therapy: Examining the Impact on Sexual Function in Men with BPH,” is the first study to longitudinally compare sexual function outcomes between major PUL studies1-4 and data from the Medical Therapy of Prostatic Symptoms (MTOPS) trial. Treatment-related changes in sexual function were reported by validated patient questionnaires. In this comparison, researchers demonstrated that the UroLift System procedure maintained sexual function among sexually active men in all three domains (erectile function, ejaculatory function, and sexual satisfaction) that were examined, and even improved sexual function at certain timepoints. This was in contrast to daily treatment with an alpha blocker (doxasozin), 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor (finasteride), either alone or in combination with each other. This study was sponsored by Teleflex Incorporated.
“Within this comparative analysis examining the impact of PUL or medical therapy on male sexual health, we challenge the idea that medical therapy is the most conservative minimally invasive treatment option for BPH patients,” said Claus G. Roehrborn+, M.D., Urologist at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and a lead author on the paper. “The results show that the sexual health preservation benefits provided by the UroLift System were not seen with medication. The UroLift System can provide rapid relief for the symptoms of BPH while sustaining and sometimes even improving sexual function.”
Mean percent changes in erectile function, ejaculatory function, and sexual satisfaction from patient reported questionnaires were analyzed to determine improvements in sexual function. Key findings include:
New Findings Show UroLift System Same-Day Outpatient Procedure Demonstrates Symptom Improvement for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Read MoreWAYNE, Pa., – October 28 2020 – Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX) today announced the expansion of its UroLift® System portfolio with the introduction of the UroLift® Advanced Tissue Control (ATC)™ System. The new system, which builds on the highly successful UroLift System, features a number of enhancements to enable urologists to more easily treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) patients with challenging anatomies, including an obstructive median lobe and large lateral lobes. The UroLift ATC System will be launched on a limited basis while the business unit expands its capacity to meet demand.
The UroLift ATC System was cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in June 2020 to treat BPH, including lateral and median lobe hyperplasia, in prostates up to 100cc in men 45 years of age or older. The standard UroLift System was previously cleared by the FDA in late 2017 for median lobes. Although only a small percentage of patients have an obstructive median lobe, the UroLift ATC System further enhances the ability to treat these anatomies.
The new UroLift ATC System delivers the same proven UroLift implant through an enhanced delivery device tip. It features tissue control wings that hold tissue during manipulation, enabling the urologist to mobilize obstructive tissue and pin it to the side to enhance visualization and open up the blockage caused by the enlarged prostate. The tissue control wings are strategically shaped to optimize the view of obstructing tissue. The UroLift ATC System also includes a needle location marker with laser-etched markings that can aid with targeting accuracy for predictable implant placement.
“We are encouraged by early positive responses from urologists to the UroLift ATC System. Urologists are reporting high satisfaction with its ease of use and indicating their willingness to adopt the new device in their practices to treat patients with challenging anatomies, including obstructive median lobe and large lateral lobes,” said Dave Amerson, president of the Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit.
“My experience with the UroLift ATC System has been overwhelmingly positive,” said Steven Gange, M.D.+, Salt Lake City, Utah. “The new design features of the UroLift ATC System make it easier for me to treat patients with complex anatomies, and especially increase my confidence in treating patients with an obstructive median lobe.”
The UroLift System has consistently achieved statistically significant results in patients with an obstructive median lobe; the new UroLift ATC System will make it easier to handle the more complex anatomy of these patients. Data published from the MedLift Study showed that patients who were treated for obstructive median lobe with the standard UroLift System experienced significant improvements in IPSS (International Prostate Symptom Score), Qmax (peak flow rate), and QoL (quality of life) scores:1
Minimally Invasive, Same-Day Outpatient Procedure Provides Rapid Symptom Relief and Recovery
Read MoreData Presented at European Association of Urology Highlights Safety and Versatility of the Minimally Invasive UroLift System in a Real-World Setting
Read MoreData Shows Minimally Invasive Treatment Provides Rapid Symptom Relief, Allowing Men to Return to Daily Activities Quickly
Read MoreFree, Online Presentation to Address Symptoms of Enlarged Prostate, Treatment Options and Tips for Managing Condition During Pandemic
WAYNE, PA.— June 8, 2020—Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX) today announced that the company will host a free community health talk to discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for enlarged prostate, also known as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). Dr. Wayne Kuang* will lead the webinar which can be viewed live on Wednesday, June 17 at 8:00 a.m. PDT and again at 4:30 p.m. PDT. Men and / or their partners from anywhere in the U.S. can attend the event.
BPH is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate that occurs as men age. This common condition is marked by bothersome urinary symptoms that can cause loss of productivity, depression, interrupted sleep and decreased quality of life.1 If left untreated, the condition can worsen over time and cause permanent bladder damage.2
“We are excited to offer our first ever virtual community health talk – a result of our efforts to stay connected with our patient community during the current pandemic,” said Dave Amerson, president of Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit. “Maintaining health is top of mind for many of us as we continue to navigate life in the midst of a pandemic. Our aim is to share information about BPH to a broad audience so that men who may be suffering from symptoms have accurate and reliable information they need to make informed decisions for their health.”
“As providers, we are dedicated to empowering our patients to get the information they need to make informed decisions about their health during this unprecedented time,” said Dr. Wayne Kuang, MD For Men, Albuquerque, NM. “Our goal for this timely webinar during Men’s Health Month is to provide attendees with a better understanding of how to address the challenges of an enlarged prostate – a condition that affects more than 40 million men in the U.S. alone3,4– and provide information about treatment solutions, such as the UroLift® System, for those experiencing BPH symptoms.”
Register to participate in this informative webinar by following this link: www.UroLift.com/seminar.
About the UroLift System
The FDA-cleared UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a minimally invasive transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue. Clinical data from a pivotal 206-patient randomized controlled study showed that patients with enlarged prostate receiving UroLift implants reported rapid and durable symptomatic and urinary flow rate improvement without compromising sexual function.**3,4 Patients also experienced significant improvement in quality of life. Over 175,000 men have been treated with the UroLift System worldwide.*** Most common adverse events reported include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence. Most symptoms were mild to moderate in severity and resolved within two to four weeks after the procedure. The Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure (using the UroLift System) is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. The UroLift System is available in many markets worldwide. Learn more at www.UroLift.com.
About Teleflex Interventional Urology
The Teleflex Interventional Urology Business Unit is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive and clinically effective devices that address unmet needs in the field of urology. Our focus is on improving the standard of care for patients with BPH using the UroLift System, a minimally invasive permanent implant system that treats symptoms while preserving sexual function.**4,5 Learn more at www.NeoTract.com.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. We apply purpose driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit www.Teleflex.com.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow®, Deknatel®, Hudson RCI®, LMA®, Pilling®, Rusch®, UroLift® and Weck® – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.
Data Presented at American Urological Association 2020 Virtual Experience Highlight Benefits and Superior Sexual Function* Preservation of the Minimally Invasive Treatment for Patients with Enlarged Prostate
Read MoreMinimally Invasive Treatment for Enlarged Prostate Provides Rapid Relief1 and Durable Results2
WAYNE, Pa.— March 11, 2020—Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX) today announced that 175,000 patients have now been treated globally* with its minimally invasive UroLift® System—a safe and effective treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) that provides rapid symptom relief and improved quality of life, while preserving sexual function.**1,3
BPH, also known as enlarged prostate, is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate that occurs as men age. This common condition is marked by bothersome urinary symptoms, such as getting up frequently at night to urinate, that can lead to loss of productivity, depression, and decreased quality of life.4 BPH affects over 40 million men in the United States alone.5 If left untreated, the condition can worsen over time and cause permanent bladder damage.6
Minimally Invasive Procedure Now Available to Hundreds of Thousands More Men with Enlarged Prostate, Providing Safe and Effective Symptom Relief.
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Real-World Data Presented at American Urological Association Meeting Highlight Consistency with Controlled Studies and Effectiveness in Diverse Patient Populations
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Findings Presented at European Association of Urology Show Consistent Positive Results for Minimally Invasive UroLift System Treatment
Read MoreMinimally Invasive UroLift System Treatment Provides Rapid Symptom Relief and Improved Quality of Life, While Preserving Sexual Function*1,2
Read MoreFavorable Coverage Decisions Broaden Access to This Minimally Invasive Treatment That Provides Rapid Relief and Recovery from Symptoms
Read MoreNeoTract Study Finds That Men Over 40 Are Not Aware that Delaying Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Can Cause Permanent Bladder Damage or of Treatment Options
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – December 14, 2018 – NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced the publication of 12-month data from the multi-center prospective MedLift™ Study of the UroLift® System treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) in patients with an obstructive median lobe. Results were published in Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases, a Nature Publishing Group journal.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – November 5, 2018 – NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced the Company has received Shonin approval from the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (MHLW) in Japan for the UroLift® System for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – October 29, 2018 – NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced the company received the Phoenix 2018 Emerging Growth Company Award at the 25th Annual Phoenix Medical Device and Diagnostic Conference in Laguna Beach, Calif. sponsored by the firm Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – Oct. 15, 2018 – NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced the presentation of new clinical data at the 2018 Annual Meeting of the Northeastern Section of the American Urology Association (AUA) in Toronto, Ontario, from a study of the company’s novel UroLift® System for patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH).
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – Sept. 24, 2018 – NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced the presentation of new clinical data at the World Congress of Endourology 2018 Annual Conference from five studies of the company’s novel UroLift® System for patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH).
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – Sept. 17, 2018 – NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that new clinical data from numerous studies of the UroLift® System for patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) will be presented at the 36th World Congress of Endourology (WCE) 2018 Annual Conference taking place September 20-23 in Paris.
Read MoreWAYNE, PA – June 08, 2018 – NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced the results of an independent analysis measuring costs and patient outcomes of the UroLift System compared to transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). The study demonstrated that replacing the current standard of care for men suffering symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) with the UroLift® System could save the National Health System approximately (NHS) £27 million in costs associated with post-surgical complications.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – May 18, 2018 – NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that the American Urological Association (AUA) has recommended the use of the UroLift® System as a standard of care treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. - May 16, 2018 – NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced a series of presentations planned for the 113th Annual Meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA) taking place May 18 - 21 in San Francisco.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – March 19, 2018 – NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced the results from the first analysis of a retrospective registry of more than 800 UroLift® System procedures performed at seven centers in North America, Europe and Australia.
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Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif.– May 11, 2017 – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that Cigna, a global health service company that provides insurance for over 14 million Americans, has established coverage for the UroLift® System for the treatment of enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif.– May 8, 2017 – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced activities planned for the 112th American Urological Association Annual Meeting taking place May 12-16 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Mass.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif.– April 13, 2017 – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, announced today that the company has been recognized with the Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group’s #Gamechanger Award.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. and LONDON – March 27, 2017 – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced five-year follow-up data from the pivotal, randomized L.I.F.T. IDE study, which evaluated the safety and effectiveness of the company’s novel UroLift® System in patients with symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Read MorePLEASANTON, CA, US March 23, 2017 - NeoTract, Inc., announced today that the largest private health insurer in Ireland, Vhi Group, is to reimburse the minimally invasive UroLift System in the country - making a day case surgical treatment requiring no cutting, heating or removal of tissue available for the first time to thousands of Irish men with a urological condition described as very common in older males.
The UroLift System treats symptoms due to urinary outflow obstruction secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men. Delivered during a minimally-invasive procedure, the UroLift implants act like window curtain tie-backs to hold the lobes of an enlarged prostate open. Patients typically recover from the procedure quickly, and often return to their normal routines with minimal downtime.
PLEASANTON, Calif. – March 21, 2017 – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, announced today that the company’s UroLift System for the treatment of enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), was featured in an American Urological Association (AUA) training event that took place last week at the AUA headquarters in Linthicum, Md.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, recently hosted more than 60 urologists from around the country to review clinical data and share best practices for using the UroLift® System to improve the care of patients with enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Highlights from the meeting included robust data presentations and the designation of three new UroLift Centers of Excellence from Jamestown, New York; Pittsburgh, Penn., and Fullerton, Calif.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company that markets the UroLift System for treating enlarged prostate, today announced that it will present at the 35th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference. Dave Amerson, President and CEO of NeoTract, is scheduled to present on Monday, January 9th at 1:30pm PT at the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco, CA.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced presentations at the 34th World Congress of Endourology (WCE) in Cape Town, South Africa, featuring the UroLift® System for the treatment of enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that First Coast Service Options, Inc., the Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) covering Florida, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, has established coverage for the UroLift® System for the treatment of enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Read MoreLONDON –The UroLift System treatment for enlarged prostate has been highlighted as a strategically important product for the future of the NHS, as one of a handful of disruptive healthcare technologies that can improve the UK’s public healthcare system, in a new report and funding mechanism for innovations by the UK Government.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in urology, today announced the launch of UroLift® Center of Excellence program to spotlight urologists dedicated to optimizing the treatment experience for patients treated with the company’s UroLift System.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in urology, announced that the company’s UroLift® System, a novel, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), has appeared on the popular television program “The Doctors,” distributed nationally by CBS.
Read MoreNeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in urology, today announced that the company’s UroLift® System received the Phoenix 2016 Most Promising New Product Award at the 23rd Annual Phoenix Conference in Laguna Beach, Calif. The UroLift System was recognized for its novel and much less invasive approach for alleviating symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate.
Read MoreNeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced new positive coverage decisions from Geisinger Health Plan and Emblem Health, expanding access to the UroLift® System for the treatment of their members with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced the peer-reviewed publication of four-year follow-up data from the pivotal, randomized L.I.F.T. IDE study, which evaluated the safety and effectiveness of the company’s novel UroLift® System in patients with symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), in Urologic Clinics of North America.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – July 7, 2016 – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced the recent addition of several new insurance positive coverage decisions to expand access to the UroLift® System as a covered benefit for many more men across the United States, including Medicare, Medicaid and commercial insurance beneficiaries.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – June 14, 2016 – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, announced its sponsorship of the third annual “Drive for Men’s Health” event and presentation by urologist Dr. Carson Wong, chief of urology for University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center, at the event’s stop at Anytime Fitness today in Cleveland, Ohio.
Read MoreMUNICH, GERMANY – March 14, 2016 – The UroLift® System treatment for enlarged prostate was showcased today at the European Association of Urology international conference with the presentation of the four-year durability results of the multi-national L.I.F.T. randomised study and the two year results of the multi-national BPH6 randomised study. These promising results were presented as the EAU Guidelines for male lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) upgraded the rating for UroLift data to the highest possible classification, Level 1A. The EAU guidelines update comes as NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, announces key gains in European government healthcare system reimbursement in multiple markets.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. -- NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that the first patients have been enrolled in the MedLift™ U.S. IDE trial.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. and Washington, D.C. – Lack of awareness about a common health condition may be causing millions of men to suffer unnecessarily. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate, affects more than 37 million men in the United States alone. Unfortunately, many men postpone treatment for this disorder because of concerns about side effects; however, their concerns may be alleviated with additional information.
Read MorePLEASANTON, CA, US - NeoTract, Inc., today welcomed the announcement by NICE that its UroLift® System (Prostatic Urethral Lift) to treat an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia) saves the National Health Service (NHS) up to £286 ($443) per patient as a day case, compared to the most commonly used surgical intervention. NICE acknowledged the UroLift System has unique benefits, including preservation of sexual function, improved quality of life, reduced recovery time and the ability to treat high risk patients.
Read MorePLEASANTON, Calif. – NeoTract, Inc., a medical device company focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, announced today the company has received a Bronze Edison Award for the company’s UroLift® System, a novel minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also called enlarged prostate. Awards were presented during a gala event last night at Capitale in New York City.
Read MorePLEASANTON, CA, US, - NeoTract, Inc., today announced that the UK’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has issued an Interventional Procedure Guidance (IPG) approving the UroLift prostatic urethral lift implant for use by UK doctors. The NICE guidance was made following consultations with independent clinical experts and a literature review.
NICE says: “The specialist advisers listed key efficacy outcomes as symptom improvement, improvement in quality of life, reducing or stopping medical therapy [drug therapy], flow improvement, reduction in residual volume and maintenance of sexual and ejaculatory function”.
PLEASANTON, CA, - NeoTract, Inc., today announced the successful results of the 206-patient L.I.F.T. IDE Study, a multi-center, randomized, blinded study in patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). All primary and secondary endpoints were met and the study results corroborated prior published data on the novel UroLift® System treatment, a minimally invasive procedure to place permanent UroLift implants. Patients receiving the UroLift implants reported rapid symptomatic improvement, increased urinary flow rates, and preserved sexual function. A significant improvement in Quality of Life for patients was also observed.
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