Pulse Biosciences Announces Presentation of Clinical Results Using Nano-Pulse Stimulation Technology for the Clearance of Skin Lesions at the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) Virtual Annual Meeting
Pulse Biosciences (Nasdaq: PLSE) announced positive clinical results from its Nano-Pulse Stimulation (NPS) technology at the ASDS virtual annual meeting held from October 9-11, 2020. The studies demonstrated effective treatment for sebaceous hyperplasia lesions, warts, and basal cell carcinoma using the CellFX System. Key findings included high clearance rates and improved patient satisfaction. The company has initiated a multicenter clinical study comparing NPS technology to RF electrodessication for sebaceous hyperplasia lesions, showcasing its commitment to dermatologic innovations.
- High effectiveness in clearing sebaceous hyperplasia lesions with improved cosmesis and patient satisfaction.
- Favorable clearance rates for various types of warts and biopsy-confirmed elimination of basal cell carcinoma.
- Initiation of a multicenter study comparing NPS technology to RF electrodessication.
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HAYWARD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pulse Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLSE) a novel bioelectric medicine company progressing Nano-Pulse Stimulation™ (NPS™) technology, today announced that clinical results from studies spanning the Company’s dermatologic application portfolio will be presented at the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) virtual annual meeting on October 9-11, 2020. Positive study results generated using the Company’s innovative cellular-specific Nano-Pulse Stimulation mechanism performed with its CellFX System for the treatment of sebaceous hyperplasia lesions, cutaneous non-genital warts, plantar warts, and basal cell carcinoma will be presented in two oral presentations and two e-posters.
These newest published results from NPS clinical studies provide further evidence of the unique CellFX cellular mechanism of action for multiple applications across the lesion treatment spectrum. These recent findings were also the basis for the recently initiated multicenter clinical study to compare NPS technology to RF electrodessication in clearing sebaceous hyperplasia lesions. Treatment of the first study patient was previously announced by the Company on October 1, 2020.
“The positive results being shared at this year’s ASDS meeting add to the growing body of evidence in support of using Nano-Pulse Stimulation technology delivered by the CellFX System to treat a broad range of dermatology applications for which targeted clearance of cellular lesions or structures is medically or cosmetically desirable,” said Darrin Uecker, President and CEO of Pulse Biosciences. “These data underscore our persistent dedication to providing dermatologists a highly differentiated non-thermal solution with vast opportunity.”
Highlights from this meeting of leading dermatologic surgeons demonstrate:
- Successful use of lower NPS energy levels to maintain high levels of effectiveness in clearing sebaceous hyperplasia lesions with greatly improved cosmesis and high subject satisfaction
- Favorable clearance rate for warts on the hands, leg, knee, neck; no plume detected in a subset of NPS procedures
- Encouraging findings of biopsy-confirmed elimination of residual BCC in the known NPS treatment zone for 8 nodular BCCs and 21 superficial BCCs, indicating promising potential for NPS treatment of both BCC-subtypes
- Strong clearance rate of difficult-to-treat, recalcitrant plantar warts in a single treatment session
Dr. Ted Lain, author of the non-genital cutaneous wart study, said: “We are pleased to present conclusive evidence of consistently high rates of clearance across a variety of anatomical areas in one to two NPS treatments. Compared to today’s standard wart treatments, which typically require two to four visits to clear common cutaneous warts, these NPS results represent a much more convenient approach for the patient and the physician.” Dr. Lain is Chief Medical Officer of Sanova Dermatology in Austin, TX.
Members of the dermatologic surgery community who have registered for the virtual meeting can gain access to accepted video presentations and posters at the ASDS meeting portal. The listed dates and times below are subject to change.
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Lead Author | Session Information | ||
A Prospective, Non-Randomized, Multicenter Pivotal Study of Nano-Pulse Stimulation (NPS) for Treatment of Cutaneous Non-Genital Warts |
Edward (Ted) Lain, MD,
Chief Medical Officer of Sanova Dermatology, Austin, TX |
Oral Presentation
(narrated video slide set) Friday, October 9th at 11:15am ET General Derm Track |
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Nano-Pulse Stimulation (NPS) Procedure to Treat Sebaceous Hyperplasia – A Dose-Ranging, Multi-Center, Pivotal Study |
Girish (Gilly) Munavalli, MD,
Medical Director of Dermatology, Laser & Vein Specialists of the Carolinas, Charlotte, NC. |
Oral Presentation
(narrated video slide set) Saturday, October 10th at 11:00 to 11:45am ET Cosmetic Track |
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A Prospective, Non-Randomized, Multicenter Pivotal Study of Nano-Pulse Stimulation (NPS) Technology for Cutaneous Warts on the Feet |
Brenda LaTowsky, MD,
Clear Dermatology& Aesthetics Center, Scottsdale, AZ |
Poster Presentation | ||
A first human feasibility study of Nano-Pulse Stimulation (NPS) to evaluate the potential elimination of a biopsy-confirmed nodular or superficial BCC in a short-term treat and resect study design |
Christopher B. Harmon, MD,
Mohs surgeon and founder of Surgical Dermatology Group, Birmingham, AL |
Poster Presentation |
“We are thrilled to showcase our latest research and congratulate the American Society for Dermatology Surgery for hosting this important scientific exchange with aesthetic and surgical dermatology professionals as we work toward commercial introduction of our CellFX System powered by Nano-Pulse Stimulation technology,” said Ed Ebbers, Pulse’s Executive Vice President and General Manager, Dermatology.
About Pulse Biosciences®
Pulse Biosciences is a novel bioelectric medicine company committed to health innovation that has the potential to improve and extend the lives of patients. If cleared, the CellFX® System will be the first commercial product to harness the distinctive advantages of the Company’s proprietary Nano-Pulse Stimulation™ (NPS™) technology to treat a variety of applications for which an optimal solution remains unfulfilled. Nano-Pulse Stimulation technology delivers nano-second pulses of electrical energy to non-thermally clear cells while sparing adjacent non-cellular tissue. Subject to regulatory approval, the initial commercial use of the CellFX System is expected to address a broad range of dermatologic conditions that share high demand among patients and practitioners for improved and durable aesthetic outcomes. Designed as a multi-application platform, the CellFX System is intended to offer customer value with a utilization-based revenue model across an expanding spectrum of clinical applications. To learn more please visit www.pulsebiosciences.com.
Caution: Pulse Biosciences’ CellFX System and Nano-Pulse Stimulation technology are for investigational use only.
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