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CE Mark for wearable micropump for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. Sensile Medical

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Last updated:2nd Oct 2018
Published:2nd Oct 2018
Source: Pharmawand

A wearable micro pump from Sensile Medical has received EU certification for the European market. Sensile Medical has obtained a CE declaration of conformity for the pump, which is specially designed for the treatment of Parkinson�s disease, and is now bringing it to market. This is the first time a micro pump from Gerresheimer subsidiary Sensile Medical has come into commercial use.

The micro pump is used in the treatment of advanced Parkinson�s disease. Its great benefit for patients relates to ease of use, including features such as automatic filling with liquid medicine. State-of-the-art technologies such as a color display, charging unit and data storage help enhance therapy management. The handy-sized, discreet pump comes with a leather bag for it to be worn on the user�s belt.

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