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Company reports implant of Xelos DR-T implantable cardioverter defibrillator

Published in Medical Letter on the CDC and FDA, June 19th, 2005

BIOTRONIK, Inc., announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval and first implant of a Xelos DR-T, the new high-energy ICD (implantable cardioverter defibrillator).

The device is part of a state-of-the-art system that incorporates home monitoring early detection technology, biphasic II shock capability, and 36-Joule shock energy.

"The FDA approval of our Xelos DR-T high-energy ICD represents another milestone in our drive to deliver complete tachycardia solutions to our customers," said Jake Langer, president of BIOTRONIK, Inc. "The combination of our exclusive home monitoring technology and 36-Joule shock capability will further...

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