Shockwave Medical up on U.S. launch of its medical device to treat blockages

Shockwave Medical

14/03/2023 16:18

** Shares of medical device maker Shockwave Medical Inc
 SWAV.O  rise 4.8% to $195.80
    ** Co reports U.S. launch of its medical device, Shockwave
L6 Peripheral IVL Catheter, following clearance by the U.S. FDA 
    ** The device uses sound waves to treat blockages in blood
vessels in the legs
    ** Intravascular Lithotripsy or IVL is a minimally invasive,
easy-to-use and safe way to significantly improve patient
outcomes - Co
    ** SWAV's stock was up 15.30% in the past year 

 (Reporting by Pratik Jain in Bengaluru)
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