IceCure Medical Ltd. (NASDAQ:ICCM) announced that the China National Intellectual Property Administration has granted a Notice of Allowance for its “Cryogen Flow Control” invention, a core component of the company’s next‑generation XSense cryoablation platform. The allowance confirms that the patent, which regulates cryogen flow to maintain precise temperatures at the probe tip, meets all technical and legal requirements in China.
The Cryogen Flow Control technology is integral to XSense’s ability to deliver consistent, high‑temperature control during tumor ablation. By precisely modulating liquid‑nitrogen flow, the system can achieve rapid freezing while minimizing collateral damage, a feature that differentiates XSense from earlier ProSense models and positions it for broader clinical adoption.
Securing the patent in China bolsters IceCure’s intellectual‑property moat in a key market. The company already holds regulatory approvals for its cryoablation systems and probes in China for indications such as breast cancer, giving it a launch platform for XSense. The new patent protects the technology that underpins the system’s competitive advantage and supports the company’s strategy to expand into emerging regions where cryoablation demand is growing.
CEO Eyal Shamir emphasized that the allowance “reinforces our commitment to innovation and protects the technology that drives patient outcomes.” While IceCure faces financial challenges—including negative margins and declining revenue growth—the company’s focus on expanding its IP portfolio signals a long‑term strategy to secure future revenue streams and defend against competitors.
The China patent allowance represents a significant milestone in IceCure’s global IP strategy, adding to a portfolio of 55 granted and allowed patents worldwide. It strengthens the company’s position as a leader in minimally invasive tumor treatment and lays the groundwork for the commercial launch of XSense in China and other emerging markets.
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