DURHAM, NC and LONDON, May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Polarean (AIM: POLX),  a commercial-stage medical device leader in advanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the lungs, has been selected as one of the featured companies and a poster presenter at the American Thoracic Society’s (ATS) 2024 Respiratory Innovation Summit (RIS), a testament to the value of our XENOVIEW technology seen across lung clinicians and pulmonary drug developers. The summit is scheduled to take place on May 17^th-18^th in San Diego, CA, at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego.

The Respiratory Innovation Summit, a premier event in the field of pulmonary medicine, unites innovators, investors, clinicians, and advocacy groups. The meeting historically attracts more than 275 global leaders representing all facets of the respiratory industry, including start-ups, venture capital, government, academia, and clinicians.

After the dynamic discussions of the Respiratory Innovation Summit, Polarean eagerly anticipates further collaboration within the pulmonary medicine community at the 2024 ATS International Conference, held from May 19th to 22nd. Visit booth #2813 to engage directly with our executive team, including Christopher von Jako, PhD, Chief Executive Officer; Alex Dusek, Chief Commercial Officer; and Kiarash Emami, PhD, VP of Technology & Applications. Discover firsthand how Polarean strives to revolutionize pulmonary medicine through direct visualization of lung ventilation as we share detailed insights, forge valuable connections, and collaborate to shape the future of lung imaging.

This year, the breadth of Xenon MRI research and the number of displays outpaced all previous years, with 33 presentations from 10 different sites and multiple categories, including asthma, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, COPD, COVID-19, cystic fibrosis, hematopoietic stem cell transplant, lung cancer resection, radiation-induced lung injury, pulmonary arterial hypertension, and thoracic insufficiency syndrome.   


Christopher von Jako, PhD, CEO of Polarean, said: “The Respiratory Innovation Summit and the ATS annual conference serve as invaluable venues to spotlight our Xenon MRI platform, especially to those enthusiastic about fostering collaborative partnerships. These events provide an unparalleled opportunity to elevate awareness of our technology among clinicians, regulators, investors, and potential pharmaceutical industry partners. As we strive to advance our commercialization strategy, the increase in Xenon MRI posters and presentations marks significant strides in amplifying understanding and enthusiasm for Xenon MRI and the spectrum of therapeutic disciplines that could benefit from our technology.”

See the listing below for details on the presentation title, abstract number, session time, and location.  

XENOVIEW IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Indication
XENOVIEW™, prepared from the Xenon Xe 129 Gas Blend, is a hyperpolarized contrast agent indicated for use with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for evaluation of lung ventilation in adults and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older.

Limitations of Use
XENOVIEW has not been evaluated for use with lung perfusion imaging.

CONTRAINDICATIONS
None.

Warnings and Precautions
Risk of Decreased Image Quality from Supplemental Oxygen: Supplemental oxygen administered simultaneously with XENOVIEW inhalation can cause degradation of image quality. For patients on supplemental oxygen, withhold oxygen inhalation for two breaths prior to XENOVIEW inhalation, and resume oxygen inhalation immediately following the imaging breath hold.

Risk of Transient Hypoxia: Inhalation of an anoxic gas such as XENOVIEW may cause transient hypoxemia in susceptible patients. Monitor all patients for oxygen desaturation and symptoms of hypoxemia and treat as clinically indicated.

Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions in Adult Patients: The adverse reactions (> one patient) in efficacy trials were oropharyngeal pain, headache, and dizziness.  Adverse Reactions in Pediatric and Adolescent Patients: In published literature in pediatric patients aged 6 to 18, transient adverse reactions were reported: blood oxygen desaturation, heart rate elevation, numbness, tingling, dizziness, and euphoria. In at least one published study of pediatric patients aged 6 to 18 years, transient decrease in SpO2% and transient increase in heart rate was reported following hyperpolarized xenon Xe 129 administration. XENOVIEW is not approved for use in pediatric patients less than 12 years of age.

Please see full prescribing information at www.xenoview.net

About Polarean (www.polarean.com)
Polarean is a revenue-generating medical imaging technology company revolutionizing pulmonary medicine through direct visualization of lung function by introducing the power and safety of MRI to the respiratory healthcare community. This community is in desperate need of modern solutions to accurately assess lung function. The Company strives to optimize lung health and prevent avoidable loss by illuminating hidden disease, addressing the global unmet medical needs of more than 500 million patients worldwide suffering from chronic respiratory disease. Polarean is a leader in the field of hyperpolarization science and has successfully developed the first and only hyperpolarized Xenon MRI inhaled contrast agent, XENOVIEW™, which is now FDA-approved in the United States. Polarean is dedicated to researching, developing, and commercializing innovative imaging solutions with its non-invasive and radiation-free pulmonary functional MRI platform. This comprehensive drug-device platform encompasses the proprietary Xenon gas blend, gas hyperpolarization system, as well as software and accessories, facilitating fully integrated modern respiratory imaging operations. Founded in 2012, with offices in Durham, NC, and London, United Kingdom, Polarean is committed to increasing global awareness of and broad access to its XENOVIEW MRI technology platform. For the latest news and information about Polarean, please visit www.polarean.com.

About The American Thoracic Society (www.thoracic.org)
The American Thoracic Society (ATS) improves global health by advancing research, patient care, and public health in pulmonary disease, critical illness, and sleep disorders. Founded in 1905 to combat TB, the ATS has grown to tackle asthma, COPD, lung cancer, sepsis, acute respiratory distress, and sleep apnea, among other diseases.

Contact Information:

Polarean:
Chuck Osborne
Chief Financial Officer
+1 (919) 206-7900, ext. 117
cosborne@polarean.com

Polarean Investors:
Anna Dunphy / Phillip Marriage
+44 (0)20 7933 8780
polarean@wallbrookpr.com

Polarean Media Contact:
Alexis Opp
+1 (919) 206-7900
aopp@polarean.com

General inquiries: info@polarean.com
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Polarean:
Chuck Osborne
Chief Financial Officer
+1 (919) 206-7900, ext. 117
cosborne@polarean.com

Polarean Investors:
Anna Dunphy / Phillip Marriage
+44 (0)20 7933 8780
polarean@wallbrookpr.com

Polarean Media Contact:
Alexis Opp
+1 (919) 206-7900
aopp@polarean.com

General inquiries: info@polarean.com