Cell Robotics submits to FDA for erbium cosmetic laser and completes lasette pre-production model.ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 5, 1997--Cell Robotics International Inc. (OTC OTC See: Over-the-counter. OTC See over-the-counter market (OTC). :CRII CRII Cooperative Research in Information Infrastructure CRII Customer Returns Improvement Initiative ) announced it has submitted a 510(k) application to the FDA FDA abbr. Food and Drug Administration FDA, n.pr See Food and Drug Administration. FDA, n.pr the abbreviation for the Food and Drug Administration. for its erbium erbium (ûr`bēəm) [from Ytterby, a town in Sweden], metallic chemical element; symbol Er; at. no. 68; at. wt. 167.26; m.p. 1,529°C;; b.p. 2,863°C;; sp. gr. 9.05 at 25°C;; valence +3. skin resurfacing Skin Resurfacing Definition Skin resurfacing employs a variety of techniques to change the surface texture and appearance of the skin. Common skin resurfacing techniques include chemical peels, dermabrasion, and laser resurfacing. laser. The Cell Robotics' erbium laser minimizes damage to the skin compared to carbon dioxide lasers currently used for skin resurfacing and other cosmetic applications. Clinical studies have shown that erbium lasers cause less burning of the skin, resulting in faster healing times. Cell Robotics has completed a first-generation prototype for the erbium skin resurfacing laser, and plans market introduction by mid-1997. Additional lasers for other aesthetic applications such as hair removal and tattoo removal may be added to the product line. Skin resurfacing is one of the fastest-growing applications in the field of cosmetic surgery, with approximately 25,000 dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and general physicians qualified to perform skin resurfacing procedures in the United States. In addition, Cell Robotics with Big Sky Laser Technologies, has completed pre-production units of the Lasette(tm) laser skin perforator per·fo·rate v. per·fo·rat·ed, per·fo·rat·ing, per·fo·rates v.tr. 1. To pierce, punch, or bore a hole or holes in; penetrate. 2. for the clinical blood sampling market. The instrument replaces the conventional stainless steel lancet used for capillary blood collection. The Lasette uses laser light to painlessly produce a small hole in a patient's fingertip fin·ger·tip n. The extreme end or tip of a finger. . The Lasette promises to reduce the potential for cross-contamination from accidental needle sticks, and decrease sharp medical waste. Cell Robotics is currently waiting for a response from the FDA on its 510(k) application for the Lasette, which was submitted Dec. 23, 1996. Cell Robotics International Inc. develops, manufactures and markets several proprietary medical and research laser devices and associated products with application niches in large markets. Additional information is available on the Cell Robotics homepage at http://www.cellrobotics.com/cell, by e-mail at crii@cellrobotics.com, or by telephone at 505/343-1131. CONTACT: Cell Robotics International Inc. Craig Rogers, 719/590-1793 |
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