MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 3 Incisive Surgical, Inc. today
announced the achievement of a significant milestone. The Company has now
sold over 250,000 INSORB(R) Subcuticular Skin Staplers since its launch in
January 2005. The INSORB Skin Stapler is a revolutionary new method of skin
closure. Patients now have a more comfortable, convenient and cosmetic choice
for closure of their surgical incisions. This unique device has won several
national awards, including the 2006 Wall Street Journal Technology Innovation
of the Year Award for medical devices.
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The INSORB|25 Skin Stapler offers the speed of metal skin staplers with
the cosmetic results and comfort of absorbable sutures. The INSORB Stapler
uses bioabsorbable staples that are placed under the skin and dissolve in the
body within a matter of months. The staples, which are comprised of the same
material as the leading bioabsorbable sutures, break down naturally, meaning
there is no need for post-operative removal. Clinical experience has shown
that patients overwhelmingly prefer the absorbable skin staples compared to
metal skin staples.
"I believe the INSORB Stapler will revolutionize the way we handle wound
closures in surgery today, and in most cases will replace existing
technology," said K. Anthony Shibley, M.D., F.A.C.O.G., Obstetrics and
Gynecology Specialists, P.A., Edina, Minn. "In addition to the increased
comfort, convenience and the cosmetic advantages of the device, I have
experienced a dramatic and significant reduction in surgical site infections
and wound complications in my clinical experience with over 420 patients."
"We are extremely proud of reaching this significant milestone of selling
over 250,000 INSORB Skin Staplers," said John L. Shannon, Jr., president and
chief executive officer. "This is a testimony to the profound benefits of our
technology and the efforts of our exceptional team of employees."
Prior to the launch of the INSORB Stapler, only two options were available
for closure of long surgical incisions: sutures or metal skin staples. While
sutures tend to deliver superior cosmetic results -- a less noticeable scar
and a more even line -- compared to metal skin staples, the process increases
operating and anesthesia time for longer incisions, thus increasing the cost
and potential patient risk. Metal staples puncture and pinch the skin, itch
and catch on clothing, making them uncomfortable and more prone to infection.
Many patients refer to their metal skin staples incisions as "railroad track"
scars. Metal staples require removal which may be inconvenient, costly and
painful. In addition, the use of the INSORB Stapler eliminates the potential
of needlesticks for the operating room staff.
About Incisive Surgical
Incisive Surgical, Inc. is a privately-held medical device company
established to develop proprietary mechanical surgical solutions for skin
closure. The INSORB|25 Subcuticular Skin Stapler is a patented skin closure
device designed to combine the convenience and cosmetic result of absorbable
suture with the rapid closure times associated with metal skin staplers, and
eliminate the need to remove staples post-operatively. The INSORB Absorbable
Staple is comprised of a biocompatible material, which is absorbed over a
period of a few months. For more information or to request a media kit,
contact [email protected] or visit http:www.insorb.com.Contact: John L. Shannon, Jr.
Ron W. McClurg
Incisive Surgical, Inc.
(952) 591-2543
[email protected]
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