With Disruptive, Vapor-Based Endoscopic Ablation Therapy
Aqua Medical’s unique ablation technology consists of heated water vapor created by a radiofrequency generator and delivered through the endoscope. It is a true platform technology in that a single RF vapor generator system with multiple unique catheters can deliver treatment for diseases throughout the GI tract. Type 2 diabetes is detailed below, but click on Other GI Applications in the menu to view additional clinical uses.
Clinical Application
Radiofrequency Vapor Ablation of Duodenal Mucosa
Non-surgical through-the-endoscope ablation of duodenal mucosa, intended as a treatment to improve glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes, a disease of epidemic proportions.
Metabolic consequences of type 2 diabetes can create a vicious cycle. Insulin can increase anabolic activity and weight gain. The more weight you gain, the more insulin resistant you become. Aqua Medical’s non-surgical ablation of duodenal mucosa is intended as a metabolic treatment to improve glycemic control. Unlike medical management which may only address symptoms, ablative procedures may change the natural course of the disease and break the insulin-dependency cycle.
There is promising evidence that a non-pharmacologic approach may better achieve and maintain a target HbA1c, while also reducing the economic burden to the healthcare system.
Aqua Medical’s RFVA System is FDA cleared for use in the GI tract. Aqua Medical’s RFVA System is not cleared for T2D, nor is it currently available for sale.