Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2026-03-30
Boston Scientific's EKOS System Demonstrates Superiority in Treating Acute Pulmonary Embolism
Boston Scientific Corporation announced positive results from the HI-PEITHO clinical trial, demonstrating that its EKOS Endovascular System, when used in conjunction with anticoagulation, is superior to anticoagulation alone for treating acute pulmonary embolism.
- Filer
- Boston Scientific Corporation BSX · NYSE
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- 0000885725-26-000029
- CIK
- 0000885725
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- Medium impactHealthcare
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- Official filing on sec.gov ↗
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The trial met its primary endpoint, showing a statistically significant reduction in clinical event rates, including a 61% reduction in primary endpoint events. The findings were presented at ACC.26 and published in The New England Journal of Medicine. This development could potentially position the EKOS system as a first-line therapy for acute pulmonary embolism.
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About Boston Scientific Corporation
Boston Scientific Corporation, a leading global medical device company, is renowned for developing and supplying innovative health solutions. Its primary function is to design, manufacture, and market medical devices used in interventional medical specialties such as cardiology, peripheral interventions, cardiac rhythm management, endoscopy, urology, and neuromodulation. The company's product offerings significantly impact sectors like health care, particularly those focusing on minimally invasive treatments. Boston Scientific's products help improve the quality of patient care and reduce the need for major surgery, thus playing a crucial role in modern healthcare systems. Their devices contribute to procedures that are less invasive, more effective, and often more economic, supporting better patient outcomes and quicker recovery times. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, Boston Scientific provides its products to healthcare providers and institutions worldwide. In the financial markets, Boston Scientific Corporation holds significant influence as a major player in the healthcare industry, contributing to advancements in medical technology and shaping the future of patient care through research and development. Its presence underscores the importance of innovation in medical devices and its role in enhancing healthcare delivery.
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