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tusharsharma09
1y ago
You are correct - we will have to back our claim through clinical evidence. However, there is no risk to urinary function, because we do not insert anything through the penis. There is no damage to the urethra. Similarly, sexual dysfunctio
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tusharsharma09
1y ago
Not at this time, apologizes. As we move along, we intend on releasing data and images through publications. However, if you are into reading scientific papers, you can look up microsurgical anastomosis for varicocele treatment by Belgrano
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tusharsharma09
1y ago
While we think this procedure has the potential to be a prophylactic treatment, there is no evidence to back that up. There is a recent study, however, published by Cleveland clinic that demonstrated higher prostate cancer recurrence rates
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tusharsharma09
1y ago
Thank you for the kind words! Urology Austin is certainly on our radar and we will reach out to multiple urology practices as we head towards product launch.
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tusharsharma09
1y ago
We are currently gathering insights to better understand patient preferences and would greatly appreciate your input. If you are interested in participating in a short survey, please contact us at info@vivifimedical.com. Thank you for helpi
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tusharsharma09
1y ago
Yes, that’s the intent post study completion. We are collecting PSA data as well. It’s a useful parameter for prostate cancer.
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tusharsharma09
1y ago
Yes, our procedure could be done before or after any other BPH treatment out there, including TURP.
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tusharsharma09
1y ago
We actually bypass the spermatic vessels. There is historical evidence that bypassing the spermatic vessels is a superior way to treat varicoceles. So our procedure shouldn’t have the recurrence (of varicoceles or bph) concerns. But this n
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tusharsharma09
1y ago
Not at all. Our device does not go through the penis, doesn’t damage the urethra or resect prostatic tissue. As a result, there is no risk to any sexual or urinary functionalities. There is no post op catheter.
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tusharsharma09
1y ago
Thanks for the shout out. I am the CEO of Vivifi medical. We are building off the gat and Goren’s work and making it better and more robust. More importantly making it more accessible to patients through urologists. Our early clinical tria