ClearPoint Neuro Receives FDA De Novo Authorization for SmartFlow Cannula for Gene Therapy Delivery

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September 20, 2025
ClearPoint Neuro, Inc. announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted marketing authorization for its SmartFlow Neuro Cannula through the De Novo pathway. This authorization is a critical step for the company's biologics and drug delivery segment. The SmartFlow Neuro Cannula is specifically intended for the intraputaminal administration of PTC Therapeutics' gene therapy KEBILIDI™ (eladocagene exuparvovec-tneq). This therapy is designed for the treatment of aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency, a rare and life-threatening neurological disorder. This FDA authorization establishes the SmartFlow Neuro Cannula as the only device approved to deliver the first disease-modifying treatment for AADC Deficiency in the United States. This unique positioning underscores ClearPoint Neuro's essential role in enabling advanced neuro-therapies. The content on BeyondSPX is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial or investment advice. We are not financial advisors. Consult with a qualified professional before making any investment decisions. Any actions you take based on information from this site are solely at your own risk.