The CoolTouch CTEV(TM) Endovenous Laser Now Approved To Treat Tributary Veins

CoolTouch Inc., a leading
manufacturer of medical lasers since 1994, announced today that the CoolTouch
CTEV 1320 nm laser system received 510(K) clearance from the U.S. Food and
Drug Administration for the treatment of superficial incompetent tributary
veins associated with varicose veins and varicosities. This approval confirms
the CoolTouch CTEV is a safe and effective laser treatment for the treatment
of incompetent tributaries and the reflux of the Great Saphenous Vein (GSV)
and Small Saphenous Vein (SSV).



"CoolTouch is excited to receive the first tributary FDA approval,"
states David R. Hennings, CEO of CoolTouch Inc. "Preliminary studies have
proven the CTEV as an effective method to treat tributaries; the FDA
approval confirms it is a safe and effective method of treatment."



Dr. Robert Weiss, associate clinical professor of dermatology at John
Hopkins University School of Medicine, recently conducted a preliminary
study to determine the efficacy of the CTEV laser for treatment of the
tributary vein.



"My preliminary study results indicate the CoolTouch CTEV is the
superior technology for tributary vein treatment," says endovenous expert
Dr. Robert Weiss "The 1320 laser provides a more controlled energy
delivery, which is an important factor when treating the smaller veins such
as the tributaries."



The CoolTouch CTEV 1320 nm nd:YAG endovenous laser mechanism of action
targets water in the vein wall, which allows it to successfully close the
affected vein(s) more efficiently than other endovenous lasers whose
mechanism of action is hemoglobin. The CTEV's targeted energy delivery
results in a more comfortable procedure for the patient without sacrificing
its procedural effectiveness.



About CoolTouch



CoolTouch Inc. located in Roseville, California designs, manufacturers
and markets light-based aesthetic and medical products with a firm
commitment to continuing innovation and excellent customer service. The
CoolTouch Nd:YAG product line includes: The CoolTouch CT3PLUS(TM) 1320 nm,
the gold standard for safe, non-ablative treatment for wrinkles, acne scars
and active acne for all skin types; The CoolTouch VARIA(TM) 1064 nm,
providing safe and effective treatment for hair removal and vascular
conditions; and the CoolTouch CTEV(TM) 1320 nm endovenous laser for
treatment of varicose veins. In September 2006, CoolTouch was named the
fifth fastest growing company in the Sacramento, California area by the
Sacramento Business Journal. The list is ranked by increased growth
percentage from year to year. CoolTouch has been on the Sacramento Business
Journal's fastest growing company list for six years.



The CoolTouch laser products are distributed in the United States by
CoolTouch Inc. and internationally through various distribution channels.



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