About
Akura Medical is a medical technology company based in Los Gatos, California, that specializes in innovative treatments for venous thromboembolism (VTE). The company employs around 30 people and has raised approximately $60 million in funding, with $35 million from its latest funding round. The flagship product, the Katana™ Thrombectomy System, enhances the treatment of pulmonary embolism by efficiently removing various types of blood clots. This system features high-velocity intersecting jets within a 12-French catheter, combining aspiration and clot maceration to improve performance and prevent clogging. The design includes a soft, atraumatic distal funnel that increases contact with the thrombus, aiming to simplify thrombectomy procedures and improve patient outcomes. Akura Medical is part of the Shifamed portfolio, which provides resources to support product development and market entry. The company primarily serves healthcare providers in vascular and pulmonary care, focusing on clinicians who seek advanced thrombectomy solutions to enhance patient care.
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Company Information
- Employees30
- Annual Revenue$200000
- Total Funding$60000000
Location
170 Knowles Dr, Los Gatos, California, United States, 95032-1828
