Emerging PAD Devices Impress With New Trial Results, Funding
Executive Summary
Two very different ways to treat peripheral arterial disease – lithotripsy combined with angioplasty and nitinol Tack implants – have demonstrated impressive six-month and one-year clinical results, respectively, and companies with these devices continue to attract funding.
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