Cook Medical has introduced its next-generation sphincterotome, SureTome SW, in the United States and Canada, expanding its portfolio of endoscopy devices and sphincterotome technology. The device is intended to support gastrointestinal endoscopists in cannulation and sphincterotomy procedures that provide access to the hepatopancreatobiliary system. According to the company, the product was developed with direct input from physicians and incorporates features designed to support endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedures. Endoscopy remains a key focus area for the company as it continues to develop products based on clinical feedback and evolving procedural requirements.
“Our goal with SureTome SW was not only to provide a sphincterotome that worked well for endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedures, but also to show physicians that their feedback matters and helps fuel Cook’s innovation,” Cook Medical MedSurg Senior Vice President DJ Sirota said in a news release. “SureTome delivers on that promise and also integrates seamlessly into existing workflows, helping physicians as well as hospital systems achieve their goals,” he continued. SureTome SW incorporates Cook’s DomeTip technology to support smooth cannulation, Protector insulated coating intended to assist with targeting desired tissues during sphincterotomy, a proprietary pre-slit catheter that facilitates short-wire transitions, and a rotatable handle designed for controlled positioning and torque response. The company stated that these capabilities help physicians cannulate the desired duct, perform precise and controlled cuts, and maintain procedural efficiency throughout ERCP procedures.
Cook Medical also noted that the device is compatible with a range of guide wires and comes preloaded with the company’s Acrobat 2 Calibrated Tip Wire Guide, allowing physicians to integrate it into existing clinical settings with minimal training. “With little training required, SureTome SW is a quick ‘plug-and-play’ addition to any endoscopy suite,” the company said. The company added that SureTome SW was designed in response to customer recommendations drawn from real-world clinical experiences. “By combining physician feedback with new techniques, Cook created SureTome SW, which is used for cannulation of the ductal system and for sphincterotomy,” the company said. “If SureTome SW is preloaded with a wire guide, it can also aid in bridging difficult strictures.”
“With the launch of SureTome SW, we are reinforcing our dedication to innovation in endoscopy,” Cook Medical MedSurg Director of Global Marketing John Devlin said. “This device allows physicians to perform more ERCP procedures with confidence and control, ultimately enhancing patient care.” The launch further expands Cook Medical’s offerings in Endoscopy while reflecting the company’s emphasis on incorporating physician input into product development.
