Fetalix by FetalDisc
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Fetalix by FetalDisc-
Joana Caldeira Project Leader @ i3S/INEB | CEO and co-founder of FetalDisc | Fundraising Team Coordinator | Science Communication Enthusiast
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Porto, Porto, Portugal
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Rising Star
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Overview
FetalDisc, Lda provides the first regenerative fetal-inspired solution to treat low back pain through a minimally-invasive application - FETALIX. Our developed and patented natural biomaterial is obtained from a mammalian fetal source offering unique regenerative properties. This injectable and off-the-shelf material provides veterinaries and orthopaedic surgeons a new and preventive treatment for intervertebral disc degeneration, eliminating the need for surgical procedures and reoperations, while reducing intervention time by 90% and hospital stays by 70%. Production is simple, safe, affordable and scalable and promotes circular economy by creating value from animal waste. Team composition: CEO: Joana Caldeira COO: Raquel Gonçalves CTO: Morena Francesca Fiordalisi CMD: Hugo Prazeres