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Is LivaNova Back on Track After Heart Valve Divestiture?
The London-based company had significant growth in its neuromodulation and cardiopulmonary segments.
Spartha Medical to Use European Innovation Council Grant for Clinical Trials of Medical Device Coatings
The company's antimicrobial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory coatings are derived from natural biopolymers.
Humanoid Robot Measures Blood Pressure with a Touch
Researchers at Simon Fraser University in Canada unveiled a humanoid robot that can measure blood pressure by touching a patient’s chest. The robot uses sensors on its fingertips to perform the measurements. Inspired by blood-sucking
NGMedical GmbH Announces First Case of Its BEE PLIF in the USA
NG Medical notes the BEE® PLIF cage is another significant innovation from the team that invented the 1st line of additively manufactured interbody devices.
Saranas Expands Intellectual Property with Key Patent Integrating Bleed Monitoring and Vascular Access Closure Device
Saranas notes the Early Bird Bleed Monitoring System® is the first and only FDA-approved device for real-time detection and monitoring of endovascular bleed complications
Interrad Medical and Eloquest Healthcare Partner to Expand U.S. Sales of SecurAcath
Interrad Medical notes the companies will provide hospitals and clinicians with the proven benefits of the SecurAcath to improve outcomes and reduce total medical expenses.
CSI Is Getting More Firepower in its Portfolio with Collaboration
Cardiovascular Systems and Innova Vascular are developing a full line of thrombectomy devices.
OsteoCentric Technologies Introduces THEIR Mechanical Integration UnifiMI Technology to the $7.6b Spinal Fusion Market
OsteoCentric Technologies plans to enter the spinal fusion market segment in Q2 2022, and introduce its revolutionary minimally invasive method of instantly securing Pedicle Fastener implants to bone.
AMRA Medical Advises MRI-Based Muscle Assessment Technology Approved for Clinical Use in US and Canada
AMRA Medical is now permitted to distribute AMRA® BCP Scan (Body Composition Profile) in the US and Canada.
Cardiovascular Systems, Inc. Announces Partnership With Innova Vascular
Cardiovascular Systems intends to acquire and commercialize novel thrombectomy devices from Innova targeting peripheral vascular disease, including DVT and PE.
Medtronic receives FDA approval for InterStim X™ system, the next generation of the most personalized sacral nerve stimulation therapy for bladder and bowel control
Medtronic notes new InterStim X™ system provides 10 to 15 years of battery life without the need to recharge
Expect Big Changes from Medtronic
Medtronic is looking at its portfolio more intently. Does that mean divestitures, or perhaps a bigger breakup of the company?
Investors ‘Pop’ for Bionic Pancreas Solution to Diabetes
Beta Bionics has raised $57 million in a Series C round to help commercialize the insulin dosing iLet Bionic Pancreas system.
Blood Clotting Test on a Smartphone
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed smartphone-based technology that can allow someone to perform a blood clotting test at home. The technology is low-cost and easy to use. The test involves placing a
Camber Spine to Roll Out Education Initiatives and Expand Product Portfolio in 2022
Camber Spine notes plans for the year include four spine surgical training labs focused on the Oblique Lateral Interbody Fusion Surgery (OLIF) technique.
A Quick Guide For Picking Hearing Aids
Hearing aids: Hearing is one of our most precious senses. It helps us interact with other people as well as connect with the world in many ways. Unfortunately, hearing can decrease over time due to
How to Get Rid of Lice Safely and Effectively, According to Lice Doctors
How to Get Rid of Lice: Lice are tiny insects that dwell in the hair and scalp and are around the size of a sesame seed. They feed on human blood, and if they slip
Why Are Olympics Skiers Wearing Kinesiology Tape on Their Faces?
The athletes believe the tape helps to shield them from the harsh temperatures and wind as they compete at the Winter Olympics.
Orthofix Medical Expands Synthetic Bone Growth Offerings with Full Market Launch of Opus BA – a Bioactive Solution for Spine Procedures
Orthofix Medical notes Opus BA can be used to fill bone voids or gaps in the skeletal system that are not intrinsic to the stability of bony structure.
Jonathan Wygant Appointed Chief Accounting Officer at Veracyte
Jonathan Wygant will oversee all aspects of the company’s global accounting operations, financial reporting, and tax functions.