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04 Jun 2026, 15:46 UTC · 3h ago
Photocure ASA to Acquire Vesica Health Inc., Strengthening Leadership in Bladder Cancer Diagnostics
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04 Jun 2026, 15:46 UTC · 3h ago
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Photocure ASA has completed the acquisition of Vesica Health, adding the AssureMDx urine-based molecular test to its diagnostics portfolio. — Acquisition of a validated diagnostic tool expands the company's market reach and creates a more comprehensive bladder cancer platform.
+0.60The AssureMDx test received FDA Breakthrough Device Designation in February 2026 and is recognized in American Urological Association guidelines. — Regulatory milestones and clinical guideline inclusion significantly reduce commercial risk and increase likely adoption rates.
+0.50A proposed Medicare ruling as of May 14, 2026, may expedite the reimbursement pathway for AssureMDx. — Faster reimbursement pathways are critical for the commercial success and cash flow of medical diagnostic products.
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Photocure intends to leverage its existing commercial infrastructure and payer relationships to accelerate the commercialization of AssureMDx. — Synergies between the acquired product and existing sales channels typically lead to faster revenue growth than standalone operations.
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The company is expanding its leadership in bladder cancer diagnostics through the strategic acquisition of Vesica Health.
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