New Studies Prove the Clinical Benefits of Daxor’s Blood Volume (BVA-100TM) Diagnostic In Ambulatory Heart Failure Patients For Measurement of Congestion
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Recent studies focusing on Daxor's Blood Volume (BVA-100TM) diagnostic tool have highlighted a significant finding for the management of heart failure (HF) patients. The lack of correlation between surrogate measures and actual blood volume underscores the potential for misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment based on less accurate indicators. Accurate blood volume measurement is critical for optimizing treatment regimens, as it directly impacts medication dosing, fluid management and overall patient care strategies.
From a medical research perspective, the implications are substantial. Clinicians could be poised to adopt BVA as a standard practice for HF patient monitoring, which could lead to an increase in demand for Daxor's diagnostic tools. The shift towards precision medicine, exemplified by this kind of diagnostic innovation, supports the growing trend of individualized patient care strategies that can improve outcomes while potentially reducing healthcare costs associated with hospital readmissions and chronic disease management.
The studies presented suggest that Daxor's BVA-100TM could become a pivotal tool in congestive heart failure treatment protocols. Given that heart failure is a prevalent condition with high treatment costs, advancements that can improve patient outcomes and decrease hospitalization rates are of particular interest to healthcare providers and insurers. The data pointing to a more precise measurement of congestion could influence both the clinical practices and the economic landscape of HF treatment.
For stakeholders, the implications are two-fold: on one hand, hospitals and clinics may need to invest in new technology and training, potentially expanding Daxor's market share. On the other hand, insurers may see the long-term value in improved patient management leading to lower overall costs. Both scenarios bode well for the company's stock, assuming adoption rates meet expectations and the healthcare market sees BVA as a cost-effective solution for HF management.
Data Presented at the American College of Cardiology Scientific Sessions;
Research Letter Published in the Prestigious American Heart Journal
Oak Ridge, TN, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Daxor Corporation (Nasdaq: DXR), the global leader in blood volume measurement technology, today announces two new studies validating the clinical benefits of blood volume analysis (BVA) as a more precise measurement of congestion in ambulatory heart failure (HF) patients. Data from both studies demonstrated a lack of correlation between surrogate measures and actual blood volume, highlighting the necessity for accurate volume measurement, as provided by BVA.
“These studies add to the numerous research papers and trials reporting the value of BVA at measuring congestion to improve outcomes,” stated Jonathan Feldschuh, Daxor’s Chief Scientific Officer. “Additionally, they underscore the limited utility of commonly used proxy markers of pressure due to their low correlation in comparison.”
- The study titled, ‘Impact of Systemic and Pulmonary Afterload on the Pressure-Volume Relationship in Heart Failure Using Direct Blood Volume Measurement,’ was presented at the American College of Cardiology Scientific Sessions 2024.
- A research letter published in the American Heart Journal, titled, ‘Prognostic Implications of Volume Status Assessed by Blood Volume Analysis in Ambulatory Heart Failure,’ was authored by leading heart failure experts from Duke University Medical Center, Baptist Memorial Hospital and Banner University Medical Center.
“Volume management is the cornerstone of HF care,” said Michael Feldschuh, President, and CEO of Daxor Corporation. “These recent studies add to the growing body of evidence that consistently shows that there are no substitutes for assessing volume status when compared to direct,
About Daxor Corporation
Daxor Corporation (Nasdaq: DXR), is the global leader in blood volume measurement technology focused on blood volume testing innovation. We developed and market the BVA-100® (Blood Volume Analyzer), the only diagnostic blood test cleared by the FDA to provide safe, accurate, objective quantification of blood volume status and composition compared to patient-specific norms. Over 65,000+ tests have been performed at leading hospital centers across the U.S., enhancing hospital performance metrics in a broad range of surgical and medical conditions, including significantly reducing mortality and readmissions in heart failure and critical care. Daxor has several ongoing trials in the areas of heart failure treatment with support from the NIH and is under contract developing analyzers to improve combat casualty care with the U.S. Department of Defense. Daxor's mission is to advance healthcare by enabling optimal fluid management with blood volume analysis. Daxor’s vision is optimal blood volume for all. For more information, please visit our website at Daxor.com. Sign up to receive news on Daxor’s innovative technology HERE.
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