01 Integration of Ai & Robotics in Vascular Surgery The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics is revolutionizing atherectomy procedures, enhancing surgical precision, improving efficiency, and significantly boosting patient outcomes. AI-driven imaging technologies, robotic-assisted interventions, and automated navigation systems are refining surgical accuracy and reducing procedural risks, making procedures more reliable and less invasive. For example, in September 2022, Corindus, a Siemens Healthineers company, introduced advancements in its CorPath GRX robotic system, designed for peripheral vascular interventions. This system enables robotic-assisted atherectomy, improving procedural precision, minimizing radiation exposure for physicians, and enhancing patient safety and outcomes. The continuous integration of AI and robotic technology into atherectomy devices is expected to lead to improved clinical results, making procedures safer, more effective, and less prone to complications.
02 Growing Use of Drug-Coated Balloons in Combination Therapies The increasing use of drug-coated balloons (DCBs) in combination therapies is emerging as a key trend in the atherectomy devices market. DCBs deliver antiproliferative drugs to the arterial walls, reducing restenosis and improving long-term outcomes when used alongside atherectomy procedures. This combination enhances lesion preparation, optimizes drug absorption, and minimizes the need for stents. For instance, in December 2024, a study published by the National Library of Medicine found that combining Rotarex-S rotational atherectomy with DCB angioplasty for femoropopliteal ISR achieved an 86.7% 12-month patency rate and a 7.9% TLR rate, highlighting its safety and efficacy while recommending larger trials for validation. Such integration of DCBs with atherectomy procedures is shaping the future of vascular interventions, offering a promising approach for improved patient outcomes and long-term arterial patency.
April 2026 Abbott expanded its peripheral vascular portfolio by launching an upgraded atherectomy platform featuring enhanced plaque modification capabilities and improved procedural precision for treating peripheral artery disease (PAD).
February 2026 Cardiovascular Systems, Inc. (Abbott) introduced next-generation orbital atherectomy technology with advanced catheter design to improve calcified lesion treatment and procedural efficiency.
October 2025 Philips expanded its image-guided therapy portfolio through the integration of advanced intravascular imaging with atherectomy workflows, enabling more precise plaque assessment during endovascular procedures.
June 2025 Avinger, Inc. launched an enhanced version of its image-guided atherectomy system with upgraded OCT imaging capabilities for minimally invasive treatment of peripheral arterial disease.