FDA approves Chocolate PTA Balloon Catheter(TriReme Medical) for PAD

The FDA has given 510(K) clearance to market the Chocolate PTA balloon catheter, from TriReme Medical, for the treatment of occluded Peripheral Artery Disease. Chocolate's novel design incorporates a constraining structure over a semi-compliant balloon to facilitate the formation of small modules or pillows. Through this advanced mechanism of action, Chocolate minimizes shear stress and allows for uniform inflation and rapid deflation. The Chocolate pillows can expand locally to facilitate plaque modification and are designed to lower the strain and trauma induced on the vessel wall.