Milford, Massachusetts-based CardioRenal Systems designed the device for preventing acute kidney injury (AKI). It’s for patients at risk for cardiac surgery-associated AKI.
RenalGuard protects the kidneys with personalized, active hydration. The system maximizes urine output while balancing hydration. It does so through real-time urine output monitoring and IV infusion in a smart re-hydration system.
Results from the company’s KIDNEY study produced positive results for RenalGuard. CardioRenal Systems said the device demonstrated a 52% reduction in AKI compared to standard of care. The company evaluated it in a 220-patient, randomized, controlled clinical trial.
“We are thrilled to receive the breakthrough device designation and appreciate all the hard work that our team pu…