As you know, MASLD and MASH have remained challenging to manage and monitor effectively due to the limitations of existing non-invasive methods, especially those available at the point-of-care. This changes now. We’re proud to announce that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance for Velacur® Determined Fat Fraction (VDFF).
Sonic Incytes Medical Corp.
Medical Equipment Manufacturing
Vancouver, BC 2,199 followers
Creators of VELACUR: point-of-care AI guided ultrasound elastography for chronic liver diseases such as MASLD and MASH
About us
Sonic Incytes is committed to enhancing patient care through innovative diagnostic solutions. The company's flagship product, Velacur™, equips physicians with an advanced liver imaging tool to help manage the growing epidemic of fatty liver disease. Velacur offers real-time, AI guided quantification of the two key markers for fatty liver disease: liver stiffness and attenuation. With real-time results, a low up-front cost and AI guidance, VELACUR makes liver imaging at the point of care affordable and accessible.
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- Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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- 11-50 employees
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- Vancouver, BC
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- Privately Held
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- 2017
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1788 W 5th Ave
Suite 309
Vancouver, BC V6J 1P2, CA
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President-Elect AACE, Emory University School of Medicine Faculty, Endocrinologist, Obesity, Lipids, Steatotic Liver Specialist at Atlanta Endocrine Associates.
MASLD and MASH require urgent attention by primary care physicians and endocrinologists. https://lnkd.in/eQHAd-36
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Great initiative by American Liver Foundation, looking forward to tuning in! https://lnkd.in/gEQZwQV4 #MASLD #MASH #NAFLD #FattyLiver
American Liver Foundation Announces Fatty Liver Disease Education Program
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Today we announce a new Project Echo program for healthcare providers that will bring treatment and prevention best practices for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (now called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease) to non-liver experts. The Liver Health ECHO Program is a virtual community of practice developed to equip healthcare providers with the necessary skills to treat and prevent NAFLD among their patients. Within this network, participants will gain support and mentorship, enhance their skills, and connect with leaders in the field all at no cost. Learn more here: https://liver.news/Echo
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Our CEO Barry Allen shared advancements in our flagship product, Velacur™, at LSI - Life Science Intelligence™ Emerging Medtech Today, by LSI in Barcelona. AI-powered features assist scanners in identifying the liver along with surrounding organs and tissues on an ultrasound image making it easy for non-sonographers to use. Velacur is an advanced liver assessment tool that can be used in office to provide real-time quantification of liver stiffness (fibrosis) and attenuation (fat) to help combat the growing epidemic of fatty liver disease. #LSIEurope23
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As we hit the #RoadToEurope we’re showcasing the innovators from around the globe who are selected to present at #LSIEurope24. Today we’re showcasing 3 innovators in Canada selected to present at LSI Europe ‘24 in Portugal: 1. Laurent Laferrière — Ditch Labs → Developing a digital platform for the treatment of substance abuse disorders. The platform uses software/device combinations to address the physiological and psychological addiction concurrently. 2. Chris Springate — ARC Medical Inc. → Has developed the only liquid medical device which forms a temporary barrier film to prevent surgical adhesions throughout the entire surgical area. Surgical indications include gynecological & abdominal and orthopedic surgeries – knee, shoulder & hip. 3. Barry Allen — Sonic Incytes Medical Corp. → The company’s Velacur is a portable, handheld ultrasound that integrates machine learning to enhance image guidance, resulting in a confident assessment of liver health in all body types. Scans using the Velacur system can be performed in the physician's office in approximately 5 minutes, producing real-time measurements of liver stiffness and attenuation. We look forward to seeing these innovators take the stage this September 16th - 20th in Portugal. Want to see what other innovators are presenting at LSI Europe ‘24? Head over to our website to see the first 100+ innovators selected to present.
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INOVAIT Canada member Sonic Incytes Medical Corp. will be represented at #LSIEurope24! CEO Barry Allen will be presenting the company's machine learning-enhanced ultrasound imaging device for liver health in Portugal this September.
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Fatty liver disease, encompassing both Metabolic dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) and Metabolic dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH), is a growing concern globally. By the time symptoms appear, significant liver damage might have already occurred. Early assessment can prevent progression, manage comorbidities and ensure that patients receive tailored treatment. Who Should Be Assessed? Certain risk factors significantly increase the likelihood of developing fatty liver disease. If you have any of the following risk factors, it's important to discuss liver health with your healthcare provider: - Type 2 Diabetes: A significant percentage of people with type 2 diabetes are affected by MASLD, with estimates ranging from 50% to 75%. Managing diabetes effectively is crucial, as high blood sugar levels can exacerbate liver fat accumulation and inflammation. - Obesity: Individuals suffering with obesity are at a higher risk. Current data suggests that up to 70% of people with obesity may have MASLD. - Metabolic Syndrome: This includes conditions like hypertension, dyslipidemia (high triglycerides or low HDL cholesterol), and insulin resistance. - Sedentary Lifestyle: Lack of physical activity is a known risk factor. - Unhealthy Diet: Diets high in sugar, refined carbohydrates, and unhealthy fats contribute to fatty liver disease. - Genetic Predisposition: Family history of liver disease or certain genetic mutations can increase risk. - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Women with PCOS are at higher risk due to associated insulin resistance and obesity. - Sleep Apnea: This condition is linked with insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome, increasing the risk for MASLD. Read more in today's blog: https://lnkd.in/gXW8t8AX American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD)EASL | The Home of Hepatology European Liver Patients' Association - ELPALPI LIVER PATIENTS INTERNATIONAL Global Liver Institute Global NASH Council Echosens E-Scopics Mindray Siemens Healthineers Fibronostics Perspectum Ltd Tawazun Health Surfing MASH American Diabetes Association KNS Canada Inc. Novo Nordisk Inventiva Pharma Eli Lilly and Company Madrigal Pharmaceuticals Jeffrey V. Lazarus Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) Zobair Younossi Scott Isaacs, MD, FACP, FACE
The Importance of Assessing Fatty Liver Disease
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Sharing Zobair Younossi's upcoming poster at the American Diabetes Association conference this week. "Screening for Presence of High-Risk Metabolic Dysfunction–Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) In the U.S. Primary Care Is Cost Effective [Board No. 1043]" Is screening for MASLD by Primary Care Physicians really cost effective? "Results: After 20-years, all 9 screening strategies provided lower cumulative mortality (4.1% to 5.8% reduction), reduction in advanced fibrosis (24.7% to 30.9% reduction) and were cost-effective as compared to no screening [ICERs ranging between $22,119 to $28,778 per QALY gained in T2D, $69,289 to $79,260 in Pre-D, and $69,686 to $80,034 in ≥1-CMR (willingness-to-pay threshold of $100,000 per QALY)]. The cost-effectiveness of screening strategies was consistent with scenario and sensitivity analyses." "Conclusions: Recently published guidelines for high-risk MASLD screening are cost-effective and should be considered in primary care." Echosens, Sonic Incytes Medical Corp., E-Scopics, Mindray, Perspectum Ltd, LiverScan Direct, Tawazun Health, Livera Health, Arizona Liver Health, Siemens Healthineers, Aegle Medical, James M. Paik, LINDA HENRY, Maria Stepanova, Fatema Nader VP Clinical Operations
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"This is a moment in the evolution of MASH care that we will look back on in 10-15 years and recognize how everything has changed. Importantly, integrating scans into current and ongoing MASH therapeutic clinical trials has made it easier to introduce new MASH drugs into physician workflows" - This great piece by Kevin Pho, M.D. summarizes the turning point we're at with liver care. #MASH #MASLD #FattyLiverDisease #LiverHealth https://lnkd.in/ge2PGXCU
Transforming liver care: the evolution of MASH diagnosis and treatment
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