Independent Study Finds Significant Benefits Provided by NanoVibronix’s UroShield® Device
NanoVibronix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NAOV) announced positive findings from an independent evaluation of its UroShield® device, utilized by patients for up to two years. Highlights include significant reductions in urinary tract infections, catheter changes, and pain, leading to improved patient well-being. The results have been submitted to NICE for review, with CEO Brian Murphy emphasizing the importance of this guidance for NHS patients. The study, conducted by Coventry University, noted enhanced social engagement and mental health improvements for users. These findings support NanoVibronix's commercialization efforts.
- Independent evaluation shows significant benefits of UroShield, including reduced urinary tract infections by an unspecified percentage.
- Reported reductions in catheter changes, pain, and visits to clinics for emergency catheter changes.
- Patients report improved overall well-being, increased confidence, and better social engagement.
- Study findings submitted to NICE for potential official guidance, enhancing access for NHS patients.
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ELMSFORD, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NanoVibronix, Inc., (NASDAQ: NAOV), a medical device company that produces the UroShield®, PainShield® and WoundShield® Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) Portable Ultrasonic Therapeutic Devices, today announced positive findings from an independent evaluation of its UroShield® device on patients who have used the device for up to two years. The results have been submitted to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for review and consideration.
“Findings from an independent study demonstrate significant benefits of our UroShield device with patients reporting reductions in blockages, catheter changes and use of bladder maintenance solutions in addition to reductions in pain, fewer visits to clinics and hospitals for emergency catheter changes,” stated Brian Murphy, CEO of NanoVibronix. “As part of our ongoing engagement, we submitted these findings to NICE as part of the process for attaining ‘official guidance’ from the organization, an important step in providing access to all NHS patients at risk of catheter associated urinary tract infections. We believe that these findings should also reinforce our efforts in the U.S. and other target markets.”
An independent statistical analysis conducted by Coventry University’s Assistant Professor, Ksenija Maravic da Silva, reported statistically significant outcomes for the company’s UroShield device. The findings demonstrated a reduced number of urinary tract infections (UTIs), reduced instances of prescribed antibiotics, reduced catheter blockages, reduced the need for unplanned catheter changes and reduced pain reported as a result of catheter associated complications. In addition, the study also provided important insights into the lives of those using the device including improvement of overall well-being, relating specifically to decreased levels of worry and increased ability to socialize. In addition, patient feedback on product improvements were addressed and have been incorporated in the present commercially available device.
“Tangentially, patients also reported an overall improvement in their mental state, which was described as ‘priceless’ and ‘life changing’ by study participants and their loved ones,” added Murphy. “Beyond the physical health benefits, patients cited improved sleep, higher levels of energy, increased confidence and desire to socialize with family and friends. We remain committed to full commercialization of our products, and the real-world findings and testimonials from this study further substantiate what we already know to be true about the efficacy of UroShield.”
About NanoVibronix, Inc.
NanoVibronix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NAOV) is a medical device company headquartered in Elmsford, New York, with research and development in Nesher, Israel, focused on developing medical devices utilizing its patented low intensity surface acoustic wave (SAW) technology. The proprietary technology allows for the creation of low-frequency ultrasound waves that can be utilized for a variety of medical applications, including for disruption of biofilms and bacterial colonization, as well as for pain relief. The devices can be administered at home without the assistance of medical professionals. The Company’s primary products include PainShield®, UroShield® and WoundShield®, all of which are portable devices suitable for administration at home without assistance of medical professionals. Additional information about NanoVibronix is available at: www.nanovibronix.com.
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