Lucid Diagnostics Inc. - LUCD STOCK NEWS

PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM, PAVMZ) will host a business update conference call on May 12, 2022, at 4:30 PM EDT. CEO Lishan Aklog will discuss the company's near-term milestones and growth strategy, while CFO Dennis McGrath will review the first quarter 2022 financial results. Participants can join by dialing provided numbers or via the company's investor relations website. PAVmed is a commercial-stage medical technology company with subsidiaries like Lucid Diagnostics, offering early detection tools for esophageal cancer and other innovative healthcare solutions.

Lucid Diagnostics Inc. (Nasdaq: LUCD) will host a business update conference call on May 11, 2022, at 4:30 PM EDT. The call will feature Lishan Aklog, M.D., CEO, discussing the company's growth strategy and milestones, while Dennis McGrath, CFO, will present the first quarter 2022 financial results. Lucid specializes in cancer prevention diagnostics, notably its EsoGuard® Esophageal DNA Test, aimed at patients with gastroesophageal disease. The company is advancing its clinical trials and establishing a network of testing centers.

Lucid Diagnostics announced that the updated American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) clinical guideline supports esophageal precancer screening using its EsoGuard DNA Test. This represents a shift towards nonendoscopic screening methods, which are less invasive and can significantly increase screening rates for at-risk patients. The proposed Medicare Local Coverage Determination by Palmetto GBA's MolDX Program is also notable, allowing public comment before a meeting on May 10, 2022. These developments aim to reduce preventable esophageal cancer deaths in the U.S., especially among the GERD patient population.

Lucid Diagnostics Inc. (Nasdaq: LUCD) has announced that Dr. Lishan Aklog, CEO, will speak at the 21st Annual Needham Virtual Healthcare Conference from April 11-14. He is scheduled for a Fireside chat on April 12 from 1:30 - 2:10 pm ET. Lucid focuses on cancer prevention, particularly for patients with gastroesophageal disease (GERD) using its FDA Breakthrough Device-designated EsoGuard® test. The company is actively enrolling participants for clinical trials to support FDA approval, emphasizing its commitment to early detection of esophageal cancer.

PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM, PAVMZ) reported a business update and preliminary financial results for the year ended December 31, 2021. Key highlights include a significant increase in EsoGuard tests processed, reaching 303 in Q4 2021, a 50% sequential and nearly 200% annual growth. However, revenues for EsoGuard were only $0.3 million for Q4 and $0.5 million for the year. Operating expenses totaled approximately $54.3 million for 2021, resulting in a GAAP net loss of $50.6 million. The company had $77.3 million in cash at year-end and plans to raise up to $50 million through a new equity facility with Cantor Fitzgerald.

Lucid Diagnostics, a cancer prevention diagnostics company, reported its preliminary financial results for 2021, showcasing significant growth, particularly in EsoGuard testing volume, which rose nearly 200% year-over-year. The company processed 303 tests in Q4 2021, highlighting a 50% sequential increase. Operating expenses were about $27.3 million for the year, resulting in a net loss of $28.1 million. Lucid maintains a strong cash position of $53.7 million and has plans for further expansion in sales and testing programs. A conference call will provide additional insights at 4:30 PM EDT today.

Lucid Diagnostics Inc. (Nasdaq: LUCD) announces the enrollment of the first patient in a Department of Defense-funded study at the Cleveland VA. The study investigates the effectiveness of the EsoGuard Esophageal DNA Test for early detection of esophageal precancer in GERD patients. EsoGuard, shown to be 90% sensitive and specific, aims to improve screening efficiency and reduce unnecessary endoscopies. The study will enroll up to 100 patients and compare traditional endoscopy with EsoGuard testing, assessing its impact on screening rates and cost-effectiveness within the VA system.

Lucid Diagnostics has launched Lucid Test Centers in Seattle, Portland, and Boise, offering a non-invasive test to detect esophageal precancer for patients with chronic heartburn. These centers utilize the EsoCheck device to collect surface esophageal cells for the EsoGuard DNA test, aiming to prevent esophageal cancer through early detection. The rollout reflects an expansion of their EsoGuard commercialization strategy, building on the success of existing centers.

PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM, PAVMZ) announces successful implantation of its PortIO Intraosseous Infusion System in three patients in Barranquilla, Colombia. This marks the first human use of the device in a first-in-human clinical study approved for up to 40 patients. All implantations were successful, with no complications reported. The device aims to provide maintenance-free vascular access, addressing issues associated with existing devices that require regular maintenance and can lead to serious complications. The addressable market for PortIO is estimated at over $500 million.