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Medtronic Extravascular ICD Global Clinical Trial Results Reinforce Device Safety and Effectiveness
Medtronic Extravascular ICD system is a first-of-its-kind implantable defibrillator, designed to avoid certain risks of traditional, transvenous ICDs because its lead (thin wire) is placed outside the heart and veins, under the sternum (breastbone). The
Data at Heart Rhythm 2023 Highlight Key Boston Scientific Therapies
Boston Scientiic reports the results from the global, prospective, non-randomized, single-arm FROZEN-AF IDE study of the POLARx Cryoablation System met the safety and effectiveness endpoints of the trial. The study, which examined use of the
Smile Bright With Preventive Dentistry
Preventive dentistry reduces the likelihood of debilitating dental issues, but even with optimal brushing and flossing habits in place, some issues may still arise. Regular dental cleanings and exams allow small issues to be detected
Exploring the Benefits of Dental Bridges
Losing teeth can create multiple issues. Aside from making one appear older and unattractive, gaps can cause other teeth to shift into that empty space or lead to jaw deterioration. Dental bridges offer an effective
A Painful Journey Down the Dental Root Canal
Root canal therapy, also known as endodontic therapy, is an increasingly popular solution to treat chronically infected teeth. By eliminating bacteria from within and restoring damaged nerves, root canal treatment restores damaged teeth back to
A Bright Smile in a Single Day – A Tooth Fairy’s Miracle
As one of the first things people notice about you, having a bright smile is often highlighted as something important to keep. Therefore, advice given on ways to keep our pearly whites bright should include
Rejuvenating Your Teeth With Dental Surgery
Dental surgery is designed to enhance the health and appearance of your teeth, gums and jaw joints. Our specialists are ready to develop an individualized treatment plan tailored specifically to your goals and needs. Dental
Hologic Announces FDA Clearance of Panther Fusion SARS-CoV-2/Flu A/B/RSV Assay
The Panther Fusion SARS-CoV-2/Flu A/B/RSV assay runs on the fully automated, high-throughput Panther Fusion system, which provides initial results in approximately three hours and can process more than 1,000 tests in 24 hours.
Reflow Medical Introduces the coraCatheters™ Line and Expands into Complex Percutaneous Coronary Interventions (PCI)
The coraCatheters family of novel devices is the latest in the Reflow portfolio, which includes the Wingman™ and Spex™ Catheters. As the company makes its mark in the coronary space, they are expanding their sales
Caron Products Names Sebastian Scott Director of Global Supply Management
Based in Northwest Ohio, Sebastian Scott reports to Bob Dotterer, Vice President, Engineering, US Production, and Global Supply Chain. Sebastian will focus on advancing the organization's seamless end-to-end supply chain and identifying alternative sources for
FDA Approves First Topical Gene Therapy for Treatment of Wounds in Patients with Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa
"Vyjuvek is the first FDA-approved gene therapy treatment for Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa a rare and serious genetic skin disorder," said Peter Marks, M.D., Ph.D., director of the FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research. "Today's
How IV Therapy Helps with COVID: Benefits You Need to Know
IV therapy has been proven effective in a variety of medical scenarios. It also has great potential in helping people recover from COVID-19.
How to Alleviate Chronic Shoulder Pain: Effective Strategies for Relief
Living with chronic shoulder pain can be an incredibly frustrating and debilitating experience. Whether it’s a result of an injury, repetitive strain, or a medical condition, persistent shoulder pain can significantly impact your daily life,
Is it Time to Double Down on Automation in Medtech?
With medtech layoffs and manufacturing labor shortages, should companies be investing more in automation?
Intratumoral Bacteria as an Injectable Anti-Cancer Treatment
Scientists at the Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology in Ishikawa, Japan have developed an anti-cancer treatment that consists of bacteria that are naturally found inside some tumors. Isolating and then injecting these bacteria
PulseAI’s Algorithm 'Shows Up' Apple’s ECG App
Results from the study showed the PulseAI Algorithm outperformed the Apple Watch ECG algorithm for the detection of Atrial Fibrillation.
Abbott Receives FDA Approval for TactiFlex™ Ablation Catheter for Treatment of Abnormal Heart Rhythm
The TactiFlex™ Ablation Catheter, Sensor Enabled™, the world's first ablation catheter with a flexible tip and contact force technology.
Paper Strip Tests for Hypothyroidism
Student researchers at Rice University have developed a paper strip test for hypothyroidism, similar to those that are commonly used for COVID-19 testing. Babies with congenital hypothyroidism require prompt diagnosis and treatment, but in many
Choose Health Makes More At-Home Blood Tests Available for Private Label Use
Choose Health is excited to expand its popular private label product line to include additional at-home blood tests. A wide variety of healthcare providers from weightloss clinics to med spas to pharmacies will be able
Seven Impacts of Regular Physical Activity on Your Overall Health
Physical activities very much influence our overall health. Many of us decide every day to head to the gym or make resolutions at the beginning of the new year to exercise more regularly. However, motivation