Remote Robotic Stroke Thrombectomy
Remote Robotic Stroke Thrombectomy
• FDA Breakthrough Device designation for remote robotic thrombectomy.
• First telerobotic stroke thrombectomy: operator 120 miles from patient.
• Aim: expand thrombectomy access beyond major stroke centers.
• Breakthrough designation brings the device closer to potential approval.
Source: Endovascular Today, September 2026.
https://c4v8.evtoday.com/news/xcath-iris-robotic-system-for-stroke-granted-fda-breakthrough-device-designation
