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Behind the Design: Form Follows Function in New L-Shaped Widex Hearing Aid
A Widex product designer shares insights behind the design of the company's newest hearing aid.
Philips Faces Consent Decree that Restricts Sales of New Sleep Apnea Devices
The decree restricts manufacturing and distribution of devices at or from Philips Respironics facilities in PA and CA until it has completed repair, rework, replacement, and refund activities.
Is the SMART Trial a Game Changer for TAVR?
Analysts discuss the potential impact of a clinical trial that had Medtronic’s Evolut technology go head-to-head with Edward’s Sapien platform.
There’s A New Surgical Robotics Solution in Town
Medical Microinstruments reported it has received a De Novo Classification for its Symani Surgical System.
New Cardiovascular Company Emerges from Stealth Mode
Fresh off a $42 million series A financing, Reprieve Medical is developing an intelligent automated fluid management system for heart failure patients.
Medical Injection Molder Schnipke Acquired by Atalys
The acquisition will enhance its manufacturing capabilities, technology, and geographical footprint, said Atalys.
6 Trendsetting Companies in the Cardiovascular Market
The cardiovascular market is one of the hottest segments in the medical device industry. MD+DI looks at the companies making the most noise in cardiology.
Apple Asks Appeals Court to Reverse Smartwatch Import Ban as Masimo Patent Battle Continues
The tech giant said the decision to ban the watches were made relying on Masimo patents that were “purely hypothetical” when filing the complaint in 2021.
A Drowning Medtech Company Clings to a Life Preserver
Asensus Surgical was once poised to take on Intuitive Surgical. Now the company clings to a life preserver from a prospective buyer.
New Approach, Automated Lab Streamlines Battery Chemistry Testing
University of Michigan research showcases how automated laboratories expedite chemical testing, enabling transformative battery advancements.
Medos’ Cerenovus Cerebase DA Guide Sheath Recall Categorized as Class I
The recall comes after reports of cracking at the distal catheter shaft, possibly resulting in patient injury.
Medtech Mega Mergers: Cautionary Tale or Compelling Growth Strategy?
This week in Pedersen’s POV, our senior editor revisits the trend of “biggering” in the medical device industry through a new lens.
Medtech in a Minute: Abbott’s Big FDA Approval, and More
The news you need. In one minute or less.
High-Profile Merger Hits a Regulatory Roadblock
An FTC request stalls Boston Scientific's acquisition of Axonics.
J&J Puts the Rumors to Bed & Moves to Acquire Shockwave
The New Brunswick, NJ-based company could strengthen its position in the cardiovascular intervention market with this $13.1 billion acquisition.
M&A & New Hires Dominate Medical Device Supplier News
Keeping you up to date on all the medical device supplier news.
Smith Medical Recalls PneuPac paraPAC Plus 300 and 310 Ventilator Kits
The recall reported the possibility of the devices producing continuous positive gas flow instead of the intended cycling when switched to the ventilate operating mode.
Teleflex, Arrow International Recall Arrow QuickFlash Radial Artery and Radial Artery/Arterial Line Catheterization Kits
The kits are being recalled after reports of increased resistance in the guidewire handle and chamber during use.
New Bodies of Work in 3D Printing
3D printing is taking the manual labor and guesswork out of reconstructive and implantable device design while improving patient comfort.
What Abbott’s Big FDA Approval Means for the Tricuspid Device Market
U.S. patients suffering from a leaky tricuspid valve now have a new treatment option.