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Asensus Surgical Enters Non-Binding Acquisition Proposal with Karl Storz
The letter of intent also includes an exclusivity period of up to 10 weeks where Asensus will not be able to engage in negotiations for alternative transactions.
Medical Plastic Waste Gets New Lease on Life Via Advanced Recycling
A pilot project involving Sabic and the dialysis department of a major Belgian hospital puts medical plastic waste on a circular path.
Medical Test Kits Find a New Home
Patients appreciate the comfort, convenience, and confidentiality of testing and treating themselves where they live.
Eko Health Nabs FDA Clearance for Low EF Detection AI
The tool will enable ejection fraction detection quickly and accessibly using an Eko stethoscope during a routine physical exam.
AngioDynamics & BD End Years-Long Bard Patent Dispute
The companies announced a settlement yesterday after years of litigation.
Cynosure’s New Life After Hologic Includes a Merger
Lutronic and Cynosure have merged to become a powerhouse in the medical aesthetics market.
Suture Pack Pops a Wheelie
A rotating wheel, mounted on a card, safeguards the suture and makes it easy to uncoil.
Beyond Science: Convincing Your Way to Commercialization
In the world of medtech, the journey from a groundbreaking idea to a marketable product is not always straightforward.
My Knee Scooter Is the GOAT of Mobility Devices
This week in Pedersen's POV, our senior editor shares not-so-hilarious recovery tales from her foot surgery.
Disturbing Healthcare Recalls in 1Q2024
Take a closer look at some of FDA’s recent pharmaceutical and medical device recalls where packaging has played a role.
Using AI to Help Medical Devices Help Themselves
While AI continues to show promise in the medtech industry, Kate Stephenson wonders why it’s being used mostly as a one-trick pony when so many opportunities exist.
A Bold New Chapter for ZimVie’s Former Spine Business
ZimVie closed on a deal to sell its spine business to H.I.G. Capital for $375 million. The business will now be called Highridge Medical.
Smaller Medical Devices Mean Smaller Batteries
New battery designs are needed as new types of implantable medical devices emerge.
Hologic to Shutter Undisclosed Number of International Facilities
The announcement comes after company CFO recently told the Wall Street Journal that Hologic operates under a “philosophy that mass layoffs are a failure of leadership.”
Covestro Inaugurates Polycarbonate Copolymers Plant in Europe
Plant in Belgium produces polycarbonate copolymer with adjustable properties at industrial scale.
M&A Rumors Send ‘Shockwaves’ Through the Industry
Johnson & Johnson is reportedly in talks to buy a very attractive M&A target.
Novosound Awarded Patent for Ultrasonic Instrumentation System
The Scottish company’s milestone gives it exclusive rights to sell the technology into wireless, wearable ultrasound like smartwatches.
The Most Dangerous Medical Devices Ever to Hit the Market
These devices have done harm to patients – and the industry’s reputation.
Ensuring Continued Availability of In-Vitro Diagnostics in UK, EU
The regulatory upheaval in the UK and EU, with the introduction of a new regulatory framework in the UK and the EU IVDR, represent both an opportunity and risk for bottlenecks.
Medtronic’s Newest Generation Evolut FX+ System Nabs FDA Nod
The latest iteration maintains the performance benefits of the legacy version while also incorporating new advancements.