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Medgadget Visits Healthcareᐩ Expo Taiwan
This past week, Medgadget was an official media partner with the Healthcareᐩ Expo Taiwan. This four-day annual event brings together healthcare companies from all over Taiwan and the rest of the world. It is also
This Week Last Year in Medtech: Dec. 11-17
See what Zimmer Biomet, Dexcom, and Nelson Laboratories were up to this time last year.
What Causes Edema?
Edema is something that can happen when your capillaries, which are tiny blood vessels, leak fluid. The fluid will build up in the tissues around it, and that leads to swelling. There is a wide
Synchron Clinches $75 Million in Series C Financing
The funding will enable the company to move one step closer to FDA clearance for its BCI.
Hair Loss In Women: Causes And Diagnosis
Are you suffering from air loss? You shouldn’t be disheartened. Female hair loss is rather prevalent. Although it might be distressing, it is frequently manageable. The first step is to determine the cause. When it
Riverside Medical Center Performs 1st In-Patient Use of Biomaterial-Based HydroPICC® Dual Lumen Catheter
Made from a proprietary hydrophilic biomaterial featuring MIMIX™ technology, the device was inserted by Dr. Howard Roth at the level-two trauma Magnet® hospital in a patient experiencing complications with their existing polyurethane catheter.
EvoEndo Announces Ambulatory Payment Classification Reassignments for Flexible Transnasal Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
EvoEndo notes based on information submitted to CMS including the cost of the EvoEndo Model LE Single-Use Gastroscope and its recent 510(k) FDA clearance, CMS decided to modify the APC assignments for CPT codes 0652T,
HearUSA to Carry Sony’s Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
The first two models of the over-the-counter hearing aids – the Sony CRE-C10 and Sony CRE-E10 – will be available for clients to purchase early next year in all HearUSA centers and online.
A Beginner’s Guide to Everyday Uses for Essential Oils
Essential oils can add wonderful scents to homemade soaps and candles, or freshen a room when put in a diffuser. However, essential oils have other, more practical uses. Citronella Fun fact about Citronella, despite the
How Can Athletes Keep Themselves Up In Good Shape
Maintaining a good level of physical fitness is one of the most important things an athlete can do to ensure success. However, it can be difficult to stay on top of your game when you’re
Delray Medical Center Advances its Endovascular Program as the First Hospital in Florida to Acquire the AI-Powered Viz Vascular Suite
The Viz Vascular Suite uses artificial intelligence (AI) to automatically detect suspected pulmonary embolism, right/left ventricle dilation, aortic dissection, and abdominal aortic aneurysm to facilitate informed and efficient treatment decisions.
NewGen Surgical Awarded First GreenScreen Certification for Medical Supplies & Devices
The company’s 100% biobased Surgical Ring Basin received a Bronze+ certification from the nonprofit Clean Production Action, whose goal is to eliminate chemicals of high concern from medical products.
Siemens Kid-Friendly STEM Learning Program & Other Supplier News
Here’s what was new in the world of medical device suppliers during the week of December 11.
Medtronic’s Hugo Enrolls first US Clinical Trial Patient
The announcement of the procedure comes as a key milestone in the company’s path towards FDA clearance.
Are Siemens Healthineers & GE Healthcare Interested in Medtronic’s Spin-Offs?
The companies could be interested in acquiring Medtronic’s patient monitoring and respiratory interventions businesses, according to reports from Reuters and Bloomberg.
Axonics Touts Health Canada Nod for 4th Generation Neurostimulator
The Irvine, CA-based company said the R20 neurostimulator is labeled for a functional life in the body for at least 20 years.
Surgical Robotics Continue Rapid Expansion in 2022
2022 saw players in the space expanding indications and access, all while forging new partnerships.
Titan Medical Bags New Patent Covering User Experience
On the heels of reported furloughs and strategic option reviews, the new patent seems to be welcome news for the company.
Biotronik Tackles Emerging Technique in IDE Trial
The company has enrolled the first patient in the IDE to look the at use of its Solia S pacing lead when implanted in the left bundle branch (LBB) area.
Pain-Management Implant May Reduce Need for Opioids
An implant that treats patient pain following knee surgery for up to three weeks — as opposed to a couple of days like conventional devices — relies on biodegradable polymers from Evonik to extend the