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EndoSpan
Pre-clinical stage medical device startup developing a system for endovascular aortic aneurysm repair
About EndoSpan
EndoSpan is a medical device company, founded in 2009 by Alon Shalev and Rafi Benary, that operates in the health tech and life sciences sector. Headquartered in Herzliya, Israel, the firm is focused on developing solutions for endovascular aortic repair, specifically targeting pathologies such as aneurysms and dissections in the challenging aortic arch. The company's primary market consists of surgeons and patients in need of less invasive alternatives to traditional open-chest surgery, which involves significant risks and lengthy recovery periods. EndoSpan's business model centers on the development and sale of its specialized stent graft systems to hospitals and surgical centers. The company has secured significant funding through various rounds, including debt financing from Artivion (formerly CryoLife), which also holds distribution rights in Europe and an option to acquire the company.
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The flagship product is the NEXUS® Aortic Arch Stent Graft System, the first CE-approved, off-the-shelf branched endovascular solution for the aortic arch. This modular system is designed to address complex anatomies and provide a stable, minimally invasive repair. Key features include a main module with an integrated branch for the brachiocephalic artery, an ascending aorta component shaped for natural alignment, and a proprietary "Dock and Lock" mechanism to prevent module separation. The system's lower profile allows for insertion into smaller vessels, and it is designed to mitigate the risk of stroke. The company received CE Mark approval for NEXUS® in March 2019 and FDA Breakthrough Device Designation in April 2020. EndoSpan is actively pursuing FDA approval through its TRIOMPHE clinical study, having completed enrollment for the primary arm in late 2024.
Alon Shalev, a founder of EndoSpan, has also established other medical technology companies, including QART Medical and Paindure, indicating a background in serial entrepreneurship within the life sciences field. The management team includes CEO Kevin Mayberry and other executives with extensive experience in the medical device industry at companies like Medtronic, Johnson & Johnson, and Neovasc. This collective expertise is focused on advancing endovascular treatments for patient groups that have been historically underserved by minimally invasive options. Keywords: EndoSpan, NEXUS Aortic Arch Stent Graft, endovascular aortic repair, aortic arch aneurysm, aortic dissection, medical device, stent graft system, minimally invasive surgery, cardiovascular, Herzliya, Alon Shalev, Rafi Benary, Artivion, CE Mark, FDA approval, TRIOMPHE study, vascular surgery, thoracic aortic repair, off-the-shelf stent, Dock and Lock, health tech, life sciences
At a glance
- Status
- Acquired
- Founded
- 2009
- Headquarters
- Herzliya, Israel
- Employees
- 62
- Open positions
- 1
- Dealroom signal
- 45.5/100
- Industry
- Health
- Sub-industry
- BioTechnology, Medical Devices
- Sector
- Biotech & Life Sciences, Risk Management, Biotechnology, Surgery, Cardiology and cardiovascular, Non-Invasive medical devices and treatments, Hard Tech
- Technology
- Artificial Intelligence, Deep Tech, Machine Learning
- Business model
- Manufacturing
- Client focus
- b2b
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACQUISITION✓Exit | May 2026 | $135M | $375M | Artivion | ↗ |
| DEBT✓Debt | Jul 2024 | $25M | — | Artivion | ↗ |
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Latest recorded traffic for EndoSpan is 2.3K monthly website visits, up 289.8% over the last three months. EndoSpan's team grew 5.1% over the past year.
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Series A3 investors entered at this stage
Sequoia
Haisco
CryoLife
Series B and later1 investor entered at this stage
Artivion
Other known investors2 additional known investors
Arkin Capital- SPSCP Vitalife Partners
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