Wednesday, November 28, 2007

Merit Medical Announces 510(k) Notification for Two Additional Products

SOUTH JORDAN, Utah, Nov. 28, 2007 (HSMN NewsFeed) -- Merit Medical Systems Inc. (NasdaqGS:MMSI ), a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable devices used primarily in cardiology and radiology procedures, announced today that it has received notification from the FDA of 510(k) clearance for the All Star(tm) hemostasis valve and the Prelude(tm) marker tip introducer sheath.

The All-Star(tm) hemostasis valve's patented design maintains a fluid-tight seal around interventional devices. It allows the user to one-handedly manipulate wires and catheters without completely opening the valve, thereby reducing patient blood loss.The Prelude(tm) marker tip introducer sheath allows visualization of the sheath tip for precise placement during interventional and diagnostic procedures.


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