CYTX Profile
Cytori
Therapeutics Inc. (CYTX) is a biotechnology company that specializes
in developing and commercializing innovative cell therapy products for
the treatment of a range of medical conditions, including
cardiovascular disease, orthopedic disorders, and soft tissue
injuries.
Cytori's product portfolio includes the Celution
System, a medical device that is used to process adipose tissue and
isolate regenerative cells. The company is also developing other cell
therapy products, including a treatment for heart failure and a
treatment for osteoarthritis.
Cytori was founded in 1996 and is
headquartered in San Diego, California. The company was facing some
financial challenges due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the
healthcare industry. The company's revenue for the fiscal year 2020
was $2.4 million, representing a decrease of 79.4% compared to the
previous year. Net loss for the same period was $29.9 million, an
increase from a net loss of $26.8 million in the previous year.
Cytori has a market capitalization of approximately $2 million as
of my knowledge cutoff of September 2021, and its stock is listed on
the OTC Pink market under the ticker symbol CYTX.
The
biotechnology industry is subject to various risks, including
regulatory risks, competitive risks, and clinical trial risks. The
COVID-19 pandemic has also posed significant challenges for healthcare
providers. However, Cytori's focus on developing innovative cell
therapy products and its efforts to address its financial challenges
should position it for improved performance in
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