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Aerin Medical is a health technology company that develops non-invasive therapeutic devices to improve nasal breathing. Its portfolio includes VivAer for nasal airway obstruction and RhinAer for chronic rhinitis, along with VivAer Stylus and RhinAer Stylus, plus a compact console that delivers temperature-controlled radiofrequency energy to remodel nasal soft tissue. The technology targets the underlying causes of nasal congestion and offers alternatives to invasive surgery. The company, founded in 2011, is based in Sunnyvale, California.

Sonex Health is a medical device company focused on reducing invasiveness and costs in orthopedic care through micro-invasive surgical tools. Based in Rochester, Minnesota, it developed the SX-One MicroKnife with Meerkat Technology to treat carpal tunnel syndrome via Micro-invasive Carpal Tunnel Release (USCTR). The device enables a micro-incision guided by ultrasound or a small mini-open incision without ultrasound, up to five times smaller than traditional carpal tunnel release, allowing procedures in a surgery center or office setting with rapid recovery and minimal immobilization. The company aims to improve safety while lowering procedural costs and delivering effective relief of carpal tunnel symptoms.

Allotex, Inc. is an ophthalmic biologics and device company based in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 2013, it specializes in the development of innovative contact lenses and therapeutic solutions aimed at addressing refractive vision issues such as presbyopia, hyperopia, and myopia. Allotex utilizes precisely-shaped human corneal allografts in conjunction with a compact excimer laser system to create permanent, living contact lenses or lens inserts. This approach allows medical professionals to provide the least invasive treatment options for various refractive procedures, enhancing patient outcomes in vision correction.

Candesant Biomedical, Incorporated is a medical device company focused on developing innovative solutions for excessive sweating and hyperhidrosis. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, the company offers a proprietary device known as CDX-101, which utilizes water-activated technology to target and inactivate active sweat glands without causing discomfort to patients. The technology operates on the principle that alkali metals generate energy upon contact with water, allowing for precise energy delivery to the specific areas where sweat glands are most active. This approach not only aims to reduce excessive sweating but also helps inhibit bacterial growth associated with hyperhidrosis, providing a significant improvement in the quality of life for affected individuals.

Revamp Medical, founded in 2016, is dedicated to addressing the critical unmet needs of patients suffering from acute heart failure. With over one million annual admissions in the United States and associated costs exceeding $65 billion, the company aims to provide an innovative solution through its patented temporary catheter, Doraya™. This device regulates vascular hemodynamics, particularly for patients experiencing diuretic resistance, by managing preload and reducing central venous pressure. This functionality enhances diuretic efficacy and facilitates progressive decongestion, thereby allowing cardiologists to effectively manage key hemodynamic parameters. Revamp Medical is supported by a skilled team with extensive experience in the medical technology sector, positioning the company to make a significant impact in the treatment of acute heart failure.