RITA MEDICAL LAUNCHES NEW VORTEX EZ AND VORTEX EZ MAX PORT SYSTEM

RITA Medical Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:RITA) today announced the introduction of the Vortex(R) EZ(TM) and Vortex EZ MAX(TM) infusion ports designed for maximum patient comfort and clinical ease-of-use. The new plastic ports are part of the Vortex EZ Port Infusion System, which has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use on any patient requiring repeated access of the vascular system or other selected body sites.

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