Health & Fitness
Tue, March 27, 2012
BROOMFIELD, Colo.--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--ARCA biopharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: ABIO), a biopharmaceutical company developing genetically-targeted therapies for atrial fibrillation and other cardiovascular diseases, announced today that a Gencaro (bucindolol hydrochloride) abstract has been selected for moderated poster presentation at the American College of Cardiology 61st Annual Scientific Sessions & Expo, being held March 24-27, 2012 in Chicago, Illinois.
"Arrhythmias: AF/SVT: Continuing Role of Pharmacologic Therapy for Atrial Arrhythmias"
Dr. Ryan Aleong, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Cardiology, Director of Implanted Cardiac Device Clinic, University of Colorado Hospital, and Interim Director of Arrhythmia Services at Denver Health Medical Center, is scheduled to present aBucindolol's Sympatholytic Properties Contribute to Reduction in the Risk of Developing New Onset Atrial Fibrillation in Patients with Advanced Heart Failurea during the session aArrhythmias: AF/SVT: Continuing Role of Pharmacologic Therapy for Atrial Arrhythmias,a Monday, March 26, 2012, 11:00am a" 12:00pm Central.
More information about the conference is available at: [ www.accscientificsession.org ].
About ARCA biopharma
ARCA biopharma is dedicated to developing genetically-targeted therapies for cardiovascular diseases. The Company's lead product candidate, GencaroTM (bucindolol hydrochloride), is an investigational, pharmacologically unique beta-blocker and mild vasodilator being developed for atrial fibrillation. ARCA has identified common genetic variations that it believes predict individual patient response to Gencaro, giving it the potential to be the first genetically-targeted atrial fibrillation prevention treatment. ARCA is collaborating with Laboratory Corporation of America to develop the companion genetic test for Gencaro. For more information please visit [ www.arcabiopharma.com ].
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release and the anticipated presentation may contain "forward-looking statements" for purposes of the safe harbor provided by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the ability of genetic variations to predict individual patient response to Gencaro, the contribution of Gencaroas sympatholytic properties to potential reduction of the risk of developing new onset atrial fibrillation in patients with advanced heart failure, and the potential for Gencaro to be the first genetically-targeted atrial fibrillation prevention treatment. Such statements are based on management's current expectations and involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including, without limitation, the risks and uncertainties associated with: the Company's financial resources and whether they will be sufficient to meet the Company's business objectives and operational requirements; the protection and market exclusivity provided by the Companyas intellectual property; risks related to the drug discovery and the regulatory approval process; and, the impact of competitive products and technological changes. These and other factors are identified and described in more detail in ARCAas filings with the SEC, including without limitation the Companyas annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010 and subsequent filings. The Company disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
